Hemoglobin concentration in relation to body mass index among undergraduate medical students - A cross-sectional institutional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Farhana Ahad ◽  
Iram Jaan ◽  
Mumtaz Gowhar
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Hemoglobin Concentration ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Unfeasible body mass index and its association with low haemoglobin concentration: a correlation study among undergraduate medical students

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 4002
Author(s):  
Tazeen Khan ◽  
Zahid A. Khan ◽  
Sonia Kochhar ◽  
Baljinder Singh ◽  
Gurdev L. Goyal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Significant Positive Correlation ◽  
Haemoglobin Concentration ◽  
Hemoglobin Concentration ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Obese People ◽  
Positive Correlation

Background: Low hemoglobin concentration and unfeasible body mass index adversely affect the health of people, consequently increasing morbidity and mortality among them. Hemoglobin concentration among individuals is associated with their body mass index. The prevalence of iron deficiency anemia is higher among underweight and overweight/obese people compared to those with normal BMI. Thus, the present study aimed to determine the correlation between hemoglobin concentration and BMI of undergraduate medical students.Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among 210 undergraduate medical students. Body mass index was calculated and hemoglobin estimation was done by Sahli's hemoglobinometer. Correlation between hemoglobin concentration and body mass index of subjects was assessed by Pearson’s correlation coefficient.Results: Underweight students had lowest mean hemoglobin concentration and the mean hemoglobin concentrations increased significantly (p<0.001) with increase in the BMI of subjects. A highly significant positive correlation (r=0.307, p<0.001) between BMI and hemoglobin concentration was observed. Further, significant positive correlation was observed among males (r=0.268, p=0.013), students with normal BMI (r=0.283, p=0.003) and overweight students (r=0.415, p=0.035) only.Conclusions: Hemoglobin concentration and BMI show a positive correlation, however this correlation tends to become negative in obese individuals. As both low hemoglobin concentration and unfeasible body mass index have detrimental effects on the health, diligent screening and management of both is essential for better outcome.

scholarly journals Association of Menstrual Disorders with Body Mass Index in Undergraduate Medical Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 330
Author(s):  
Shabnam Rizvi ◽  
Fareha Khatoon ◽  
Ayesha Ahmad ◽  
Kashish Ayaz Khan ◽  
Ekta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Menstrual Cycle ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Post Partum ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Menstrual Disorders ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Disorders

Objective: Menstrual disorders constitute one of the major problems faced by medical students globally. Amongst the various factors attributed as causative factors in menstrual cycle variations, include body mass index [BMI] is the most easily modifiable factor. As we still do not have clear answers, this study was planned to study the association of menstrual disorders with BMI.Methodology: This is a cross sectional study, done in undergraduate female medical students in the age group of 18 to 30 years. Exclusion criteria included pregnancy, breast feeding, <12 months post-partum, <6 months post abortion/miscarriage, concomitant medical disorders and intake of hormonal medication. Data was collected for socio-demographic variables, detailed menstrual history, obstetric and medical history. Examination recorded anthropometric details, hirsutism, acne, any signs of virilization. Menstrual cycle variables were studied for their association with BMI.Results: A total of 254 students participated in the study with an average age of 23.9 years. Dysmenorrhea was globally found. Majority of cases were mild dysmenorrhea. Premenstrual syndrome [PMS] was seen commonly, commonest symptoms being mood swings and abdominal cramps. There was no association between mean menstrual blood loss [MBL], PMS and BMI and poor association with dysmenorrhea.Conclusion: Dysmenorrhea and PMS were very commonly seen and were not related to BMI. The mean MBL was independent of BMI. A rise in BMI had a positive association with cycle irregularity.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 05 No. 03 July’21 Page: 330-335

scholarly journals Correlation of Body Mass Index with Handgrip Strength and Endurance of Dominant Hand in Medical Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. 57-61
Author(s):  
Lava Shrestha ◽  
Sanyukta Gurung ◽  
Neeti Bhat ◽  
Narayan B Mahotra ◽  
Mahesh M Bajimaya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Handgrip Strength ◽  
Extended Period ◽  
Dominant Hand ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Correlation ◽  
Hand Dynamometer

Introduction Hand grip strength is used in evaluation of muscle strength and is also increasingly being used as an indicator for nutritional status. The maximum force applied voluntarily by the subject is called maximum handgrip strength, which is measured in kilograms. Muscular endurance is the ability of a muscle or muscle group to perform against a load for an extended period of time, measured in seconds. This study aims to correlate body mass index with handgrip strength and handgrip endurance in medical students. MethodsThis is a cross sectional, observational study which included 74 undergraduate students of Maharajgunj Medical Campus by convenient sampling method. Body mass index was calculated by Quetelet’s formula. Camry digital hand dynamometer was used to measure handgrip strength in the dominant hand in kilograms. Participants were instructed to hold dynamometer with maintained pressure of 30% of maximum handgrip strength for as long as possible to determine the handgrip endurance. Statistical analyses were performed with SPSS Statistics software. ResultsThe handgrip strength was more in males than females with a mean of 43.09±3.72 kg, while handgrip endurance was more in females with a mean of 123.60±50.65 sec. Positive correlation was seen between body mass index and handgrip strength (r=0.23 and p=0.045). Body mass index and handgrip endurance also showed positive correlation (r=0.34 and p=0.003). ConclusionSignificant correlation of body mass index with handgrip strength and handgrip endurance was seen in medical students.

scholarly journals Caffeinated Drinks Intake, Late Chronotype, and Increased Body Mass Index among Medical Students in Chongqing, China: A Multiple Mediation Model

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (8) ◽  
pp. 1721 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yangchang Zhang ◽  
Yang Xiong ◽  
Jia Dong ◽  
Tingting Guo ◽  
Xiaoman Tang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Multiple Mediation ◽  
Depression Anxiety Stress Scale ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Impact

Background: This paper investigates the problems regarding caffeinated drinks intake, late chronotype, and increased body mass index (BMI) among medical students at a Chinese university. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2018 with 616 medical students from Chongqing Medical University in Chongqing, China, whose information were collected by a self-reported questionnaire that included four sections: Demographic characteristics; Caffeinated drinks intake and physical state; Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire; Depression Anxiety Stress Scale 21. Multiple mediation analyses were conducted to test the impact of late chronotype on increased BMI through caffeinated drinks consumption through two models. Results: The significantly mediated effect of caffeinated drinks consumption was revealed (estimate: −0.01, SE = 0.01, 95% CI [−0.02, −0.01]), and which played a positive role in linking late chronotype (B = −0.01, SE = 0.01, p < 0.001) and increased BMI (B = 1.37, SE = 0.21, p < 0.01), but their significant association did not be found in reversed model. In addition, physical activity and inactivity times demonstrated significant indirect effects in the two models. Conclusions: Interventions should focus on reducing caffeinated drinks intake and sedentary behavior time, enhancing physical activity among medical students.

scholarly journals Prevalence of anemia among medical students of nobel medical college and correlation with body mass index

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 62-66
Author(s):  
Renu Yadav ◽  
Nisha Ghimire ◽  
Soumitra Mukhopadhyay ◽  
Subodh Kumar Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Food Habit ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Prevalence Of Anemia

Background: Studies have concluded that the medical students of hostels are at high risk of anemia due to inappropriate diet and their long schedules that indirectly affect their performance. Thus, concerning for the long duration of medical studies, it has become a serious medical issue. Aims and Objective: Thus, our objective is to determine the prevalence of anemia among medical students in Nobel Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Nepal. Materials and Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study which was conducted and Teaching Hospital from January 2017 to December 2017 where all the subjects were selected with convenient sampling technique. The total of 150 MBBS students (male=95, female=55), age 18-25 years were included in the study who were clinically healthy. The demographic data (name, age, sex, address) and anthropometric variables (height, weight, body mass index) were recorded and hemoglobin was estimated by Sahli’s acid hematin method. Results: Only 42.1% of total were mild anemic and 11.6 % were moderately anemic. Among female, 1.8% were severely anemic, 9.1% were moderately anemic and 41.8% were mild anemic. Compared to male, anemia in female medical students was found to be more extensive. Conclusions: It has been concluded from the above study that the mild anemia is highly prevalent among medical students regardless of gender. Though the subjects are not severely affected, it is a concerned issue since the cause might be inappropriate food habit or the food facilities available at hostels.

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