scholarly journals Evaluation of Ocular Anterior Chamber Depth and Body Mass Index in Normal Blacks in a Nigerian City

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
I. N. Aprioku ◽  
C. S. Ejimadu
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Anterior Chamber ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Normal Population ◽  
Anterior Chamber Depth ◽  
Angle Closure ◽  
P Value ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Lens Power

Aim: To evaluate ocular anterior chamber depth (ACD) and body mass index (BMI) in a normal population in Port Harcourt City Local Government Area (LGA), with a view to determine formulae in estimating intraocular lens power for cataract surgeries and possible association with angle closure glaucoma and other ocular pathological conditions.            Methods: This is a multi-stage study with inclusion criteria of Visual Acuity > 6/18, age greater than 18 years with no history of past ocular surgeries or trauma. Data obtained through a structured proforma included age, sex, tribe, occupation and level of education. Body Mass Index (BMI) was measured using a standard height and weight automated scale (SECA 769,220). Comprehensive ocular examination done and Anterior Chamber Depth (ACD) measured using Amplitude (A) scan ultrasonography (SONOMED PACSCAN 300AP). Data was analyzed using SPSS (Version 17), and p value was set at ≤ 0.05. Results: Four hundred and sixty six (466) subjects participated in the study made up of two hundred and twelve (212) males (45.5%) and two hundred and fifty four (254) females (54.5%) with M: F ratio of 1:1.2. The age range was 18-92 years and mean age of the subjects studied 43.0±14.2 years. Findings revealed mean ACD and Body Mass Index to be 3.1±0.5 mm and 26.9±6.2 kg/m2 respectively. The mean ACD was greater in males than females. There was a statistically significant relationship between age and ACD. Obesity was found to be higher in females (n=97; 78.2%) compared to the males among those with BMI >30Kg/m2 and this was found to be statistically significant (p=0.0001). A larger proportion of subjects with normal BMI and overweight BMI 25-29.5 Kg/m2 were males. There was a statistically significant difference in the ACD values between genders among those overweight (BMI 25- 29.5 Kg/m2) and the obese (BMI >30 Kg/m2). Conclusion: There was a statistically significant difference in the ACD values between genders among those overweight.

Early Post-Operative Effect of Phacoemulsification on Anterior Chamber Depth and Intraocular Pressure in Patients with Cataract

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mashal Tayyab ◽  
Awaid Abid
Keyword(s):  
Intraocular Pressure ◽  
Anterior Chamber ◽  
Anterior Chamber Depth ◽  
Pressure Change ◽  
P Value ◽  
Iol Implantation ◽  
Intra Ocular Pressure ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Ocular Pressure ◽  
The Mean

Purpose:  To determine the Anterior Chamber depth and Intraocular pressure change following uncomplicated phacoemulsification. Study Design:  Quasi experimental study. Place and Duration of Study:  Layyton Rehmatullah Benevolent Trust Free Eye and Cancer Hospital, Lahore from 16/12/2017 to 15/06/2018. Methods:  One hundred and thirty nine patients who came to Layyton Rehmatullah Benevolent Trust Free Eye for phacoemulsification and IOL implantation were included in the study. Anterior Chamber depth was measured with IOL Master and intraocular pressure was determined using Goldmann Applanation Tonometer one day before and one month after surgery. Data was recorded on a self-designed proforma. Comparison between pre- and post-operative data with respect to change was analyzed by chi-square test. P-value ≤ 0.05 was considered significant. Results:  The mean intra-ocular pressure dropped from 14.36 ± 4.19 mmHg to 12.14 ± 4.26 mmHg 1 month after surgery with a mean drop of 2.21 ± 0.65 mmHg while the mean anterior chamber depth increased from 2.31 ± 0.08 mm to 3.59 ± 0.37 mm with a mean increase of 1.29 ± 0.36 mm. There was no statistically significant difference in the mean change of intra-ocular pressure and anterior chamber depth across various subgroups based on patient’s age, gender and duration of cataract. Conclusion:  Phacoemulsification and IOL implantation not only improves the visual acuity by removing the cataract but also deepens the anterior chamber and decreases intra-ocular pressure, which can have a beneficial effect in glaucoma patients. Key Words:  Phacoemulsification, Cataract, Intraocular pressure, Lens, Anterior chamber depth.

scholarly journals The Effects of Cardiovascular Exercises on Body Mass Index and Vital Capacity among Students of Sargodha University

2020 ◽  
Vol V (III) ◽  
pp. 358-364
Author(s):  
Yassar Iqbal ◽  
Zubia Savila ◽  
Muhammad Badar Habib
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
University Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Vital Capacity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Daily Routine ◽  
Cardiovascular Exercise ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Experimental Group

This research was designed to evaluate the effect of cardiovascular exercises on body mass index (BMI) and vital capacity (VC) among student aged between 21-27 years (M � SD 22.3� 3.05). The experimental research study was applied to 54 University students of Sargodha. Data were analyzed by using SPSS version 24.0. P-value ? 0.05 was considered significant. The result showed that the average BMI of the control group and experimental groups was 20.73�3.02 vs 21.51�3.21. The effectiveness of cardiovascular exercise on Vital capacity on Pre and post-test of the experimental group was -56.91272 � 22.03192 with a pvalue of 0.000, which was showed there was a highly significant improvement in vital capacity of students and compare with the control group. It was concluded that body masses index and vital capacity is significantly improved in university students of the experimental group as a result of 10 weeks of the cardiovascular exercise training program. Conclude that there is a significant difference between the effects of cardiovascular exercise and daily routine sports activities on BMI.

scholarly journals Body mass index in relation to dental maturation of 10 to 14 years old school children in Erbil city. A cross-sectional prospective study.

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-150
Author(s):  
Omar Chawshli ◽  
Yara Ameen
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
School Children ◽  
P Value ◽  
Dental Age ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Maturation ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background and Objectives: Estimation of dental age is based upon the rate of development and calcification of tooth buds and their progressive sequence of eruption in the oral cavity. The tooth calcification provides a valuable indicator of dental age and serves as an index of the maturation of the child. The aim of this study is to determine whether Body Mass Index (BMI) has association with dental maturation. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study design was applied for the present study, 383 school children were participated in this study which nominated from Erbil city. For the sample to be representative the city was divided in to six geographic areas according to the municipalities, the samples randomly selected school children of 10 to 14 years old from both genders. The height and the weight of each participant had been recorded in the college of dentistry / Hawler Medical University in order to calculate the body mass index of the following the guidelines of centers of disease control (CDC) , at the same time an orthopantomography radiograph had been used to investigate the stage of the dental maturation using the Demirjian method, finally, the relationship between BMI and dental maturation were investigated using chi square test with P value of ≤ 0.05 was considered significant difference. Result: there was a statistically significant relationship between dental maturation and BMI. The majority (93.6%) of samples with under-mature dentition were under-weight at the same time. The vast majority (96%) of samples with mature dentition had normal BMI. In the same manner, majority (91.7%) of samples with over mature dentition were over-weight too. Chi square test was used to find out the association and P-value was 0.001 Conclusion: In conclusion, normal weight students have normal dental maturation, underweight students have under dental maturation and overweight or obese students have over dental maturation. Keywords: body mass index, Demirjian, Orthopantomography.

scholarly journals How Relevant Is the Place Where First-Year College Students Live in Relation to the Increase in Body Mass Index?

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 1638
Author(s):  
Antonio Viñuela ◽  
Juan José Criado-Álvarez ◽  
Javier Aceituno-Gómez ◽  
Carlos Durantez-Fernández ◽  
José Luis Martín-Conty ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
The Body ◽  
P Value ◽  
First Year ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean

(1) Objective: This study analyzes the evolution of the body mass index (BMI) throughout the academic year associated with changes in the lifestyle associated with the place where students live during the course, lifestyle design, and health strategies for the university community. (2) Methods: A total of 93 first-year nursing students participated in this study. Data were collected throughout the course by administering self-reported questionnaires about eating habits and lifestyles, weight, and height to calculate their BMI and place of residence throughout the course. Data were analyzed using statistical analysis (Mann–Whitney, chi-square, Student’s t-test, repeated-measures analysis of variance, and least significant difference tests). (3) Results: We found that the mean BMI increases significantly throughout the course among all students regardless of sex, age, eating habits, or where they live during the course. At the beginning of the course, the mean BMI was 22.10 ± 3.64. The mean difference between the beginning of the course and the middle has a value of p-value < 0.015 and between the middle of the course and the end a p-value < 0.009. The group that increased the most is found among students who continue to live in the family nucleus rather than those who live alone or in residence. Students significantly changed their eating and health habits, especially those who live alone or in residence. (4) Conclusions: There is an increase in BMI among students. It is necessary to carry out seminars or talks that can help students understand the importance of good eating practices and healthy habits to maintain their weight and, therefore, their health, in the short, medium, and long term and acquire a good quality of life.

scholarly journals Analyzing human knockouts to validate GPR151 as a therapeutic target for reduction of body mass index

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allan Gurtan ◽  
John Dominy ◽  
Shareef Khalid ◽  
Linh Vong ◽  
Shari Caplan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Drug Targets ◽  
P Value ◽  
Loss Of Function ◽  
Sustained Reduction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Normal Chow

Novel drug targets for sustained reduction in body mass index (BMI) are needed to curb the epidemic of obesity, which affects 650 million individuals worldwide and is a causal driver of cardiovascular and metabolic disease and mortality. Previous studies reported that the Arg95Ter nonsense variant of GPR151, an orphan G protein-coupled receptor, is associated with reduced BMI and reduced risk of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Here, we follow up on GPR151 with the Pakistan Genome Resource (PGR), which is one of the largest exome biobanks of human homozygous loss-of-function carriers (knockouts) in the world. Among PGR participants, we identify 3 GPR151 putative loss-of-function (plof) variants (Arg95Ter, Tyr99Ter, and Phe175LeufsTer7) with a cumulative allele frequency of 2.2% and present at homozygosity. We confirm these alleles in vitro as loss-of-function. We test if GPR151 plof is associated with BMI, T2D, or other metabolic traits. GPR151 deficiency is not associated with a significant difference in BMI. Moreover, loss of GPR151 confers a nominally significant increase in risk of T2D (odds ratio = 1.2, p value = 0.03). Relative to wild-type mice, Gpr151-/- animals exhibit no difference in body weight on normal chow, and higher body weight on a high-fat diet, consistent with the findings in humans. Together, our findings indicate that GPR151 antagonism is not a compelling therapeutic approach for obesity.

scholarly journals Changes in Body Weight and Blood Pressure among Women Using Depo-Provera injection in Northwest Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muluken Fekadie Zerihun ◽  
Tabarak Malik ◽  
Yohannes Mulu Ferede ◽  
Tesfahun Bekele ◽  
Yigizie Yeshaw
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Weight ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
T Test ◽  
P Value ◽  
Arterial Blood ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Depo Provera

Abstract Objectives: Depo-Provera is an injectable contraceptive method containing medroxyprogesterone acetate. It has some adverse effects like changes in menstrual pattern, loss in bone mineral density and risk of weight gain. Therefore, this study is aimed at to investigate the effects of Depo-Provera on body weight and blood pressure among Ethiopian women. Institution based cross-sectional study design was conducted from January 2017 to April 2017. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 21 software. Paired t-test, independent t-test and ANOVA were used to evaluate the presence of mean difference and relationship between changes in variables and duration of use of Depo-Provera. P-value ≤ 0.05 were considered as statistically significant. Results: The mean weight and body mass index (BMI) of Depo-Provera users were increased significantly (p=0.02 for mean body weight and p=0.019, for body mass index). There was no significant difference in mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) of Depo-Provera users compared to controls or their respective pretreatment value (p-value=0.85 for Depo-Provera users and 0.67 for non-users). The finding of this study revealed that there is an increased weight gain and BMI among Depo-Provera users compared to non-users, which really requires attention of health professionals and other stake holders.

scholarly journals Serum Osteocalcin, P1NP, Alkaline Phosphase, and CrossLaps in Humans.The relationship with body mass index

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (5) ◽  
pp. 1615-1618
Author(s):  
Mara Carsote ◽  
Smaranda Adelina Preda ◽  
Mihaela Mitroi ◽  
Adrian Camen ◽  
Lucretiu Radu
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Biochemical Markers ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
P Value ◽  
Biochemical Bone Marker ◽  
Vitamin D Levels ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Coefficient Of Regression

This is a clinical study on 56 subjects included in normal weight (NW) group (N=17), overweight (OW) group (N=19) and grade I obese (O) group (N=20), based on BMI (Body Mass Index) values: NW group had a mean BMI of 22.2 � 2.14 kg/sqm, OW group had a BMI of 25.89 � 1.04 kg/sqm, and O group had an average BMI of 32.2 � 2.09 kg/sqm (p-value NW-OW, NW-O, respective OW-O groups was p[0.0005). The 3 groups were similar as age (p-value NW-OW groups = 0.7, between NW- O groups = 0.8, respective between OW - O group = 0.7). The circulating bone formation (osteocalcin, P1NP alkaline phosphatase) and resorption profile (CrossLaps) indicated no statistical significant difference between groups while the coefficient of regression r between each biochemical bone marker and BMI in every BMI group exceeded the value of p]0.05. All the 3 groups had a mean value of 25-hydroxycholecalciferol in deficiency ranges ([ 30 ng/mL, normal recommended values are above 30 ng/mL) without significant differences regarding BMI groups, except for obese group when compare to the other two groups. No secondary hyperparathyroidism was associated in any group despite low vitamin D levels. Based on our observation, bone turnover biochemical markers are not influenced by BMI.

scholarly journals Assessment of body mass index and resting metabolism of male sedentary and active older adults of Punjab, India

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3D) ◽  
pp. 552-564
Author(s):  
Pawandeep Kaur ◽  
Nishan Singh Deol
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Physical Activities ◽  
P Value ◽  
Elderly Adults ◽  
Elderly Men ◽  
Sedentary Group ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Resting Metabolism

This study aimed to investigate the evaluation of body mass index and resting metabolism of sedentary and active elderly men from Punjab, India. Methods: Participants (N = 180) of the sedentary group (N = 90) and active group (N = 90) elderly people from Punjab were selected to act as study subjects. The study was delimited to sedentary and active male elderly, recruited between 60 and 70, 71 to 80 and 81 to 90 years, respectively. Results: The results of the studies in both variables found that there was a statistically significant difference in both variables with p-value of body mass index 0.02 (P <0.05) and p value of resting metabolism was 0.03 (P <0.05) of active and sedentary male elderly adults. Conclusion: In conclusion, the study revealed that, for people who practice moderate or vigorous physical activities, body mass index and resting metabolism change with aging.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Bone Density Reduction and Its Related Factors in Hemophilia Patients in South Khorasan Province in 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 1711
Author(s):  
Alireza Ehsanbakhsh ◽  
Ghodsiyeh Azarkar ◽  
Masood Ziaee ◽  
Ali Taghavieh
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Bone Density ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Lumbar Vertebrae ◽  
P Value ◽  
Mineral Density ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Density Reduction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
South Khorasan

Background: The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of bone density reduction and its associated factors in hemophilia patients in South Khorasan Province in 2018. Materials and Methods: This case-control study was conducted on all patients with hemophilia type A with medical records in Hemophilia center in South Khorasan province. A number of 57 eligible subjects who met the criteria were selected based on census method. Thereafter, 60 non-hemophilic individuals who were similar to hemophilic patients in terms of age and body mass index were selected by convenience sampling method. DXA device was used to measure bone mineral density (BMD) in two locations of femoral neck and lumbar vertebrae. Data were analyzed in SPSS software (version 19), using Chi-square, Fisher’s exact test, and independent t-test. A P-value less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The prevalence rate of bone density reduction in spine bone in hemophilia patients was measured at 31.6% and 13.3% in non-hemophilia subjects (P=0.02); moreover, this rate in hip bone was reported as 7% and 5%, respectively (P=0.65). Relative frequency of bone density reduction in the spine and hip bone was not significantly different among hemophilia patients based on age, severity of hemophilia, vitamin D, hepatitis and smoking (P>0.05). However, a significant difference was detected in terms of body mass index (P<0.05). Conclusion: Based on the obtained results, the prevalence of bone density reduction in hemophilic patients was significantly higher, as compared to that of non-hemophilia patients. This necessitates the implementation of drastic preventive measures, prompt diagnosis, timely treatment, and appropriate therapeutic measures. [GMJ.2020;9:e1711]

scholarly journals The prevalence of selected non-communicable disease risk factors among HIV patients on anti-retroviral therapy in Bushbuckridge Sub-district, Mpumalanga province

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rudy Londile Mathebula ◽  
Eric Maimela ◽  
Thembelihle Samuel Ntuli
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
World Health ◽  
P Value ◽  
Hiv Patients ◽  
Infected People ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Current Body Mass Index

Abstract Background: The rates of non-communicable diseases (NCD’s) appear to be increasing in HIV infected people as compared to non-HIV infected people and this will have major implications for clinical care. The aim of the current study was to profile selected cardiovascular disease risk factors among HIV patients on ART in Bushbuckridge sub-district. Methodology: The current study followed a quantitative cross-sectional study design using a questionnaire which was adapted from World Health Organization STEPwise approach to Surveillance (WHO STEPS). Participants were HIV infected people on ART and data was entered into a computer software Microsoft excel, then imported to Stata 12 for analysis. Results: The overall prevalence of overweight at the initiation of ART amongst the participants was 18.1% and obesity was 11.5% as compared to the time of the study which was 21.4% overweight and 19.6% obese. The average time of ART initiation to study period was 3.6 years. The study findings revealed a significant difference (p-value 0.006) between the baseline and current body mass index at time of study for females. Hypertension was found to be having a significant difference (p-value 0.026 and 0.038) between the baseline and current body mass index at time of study for males and females respectively. The overall prevalence of hypertension was found to be 34.6%, overweight was 21.4% obesity was 19.6%. The overall prevalence of abnormal waist circumference was 31.9% and females had a higher prevalence of 42.5% as compared to 4.4% of males. The overall prevalence of smoking 10.8% and alcohol consumption was 21.7%. Males were 22.5 times more likely to be smokers than females (p<0.001) and older people were found to be 0.3 times less likely to consume alcohol as compared to young people. Conclusion: The high levels of selected risk factors for NCDs among adults on ART in the current study area suggest an urgent need for health interventions to control risk factors in an era of HIV with an aim of reducing multiple morbidity of chronic diseases. occurrence of NCDs and their risk factors with an aim to achieve positive effects of the long-term anti-retroviral therapy (ART).

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