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Gastric Anatomic Type Is Associated with Obesity and Gender
Yu Jen Wang1, Kun-Long Hung, Jui-Neng Yang
1Department of Radiology, Cathay General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
Obesity Facts
|June 22, 2016
Summary
Gastric anatomy varies significantly between genders. Specific stomach shapes are linked to obesity, with certain types more prevalent in men and others in women, impacting weight status.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Human Anatomy
- Obesity Research
Background:
- Understanding the relationship between gastric anatomy, body mass index (BMI), and gender is crucial for comprehensive health assessments.
- Previous studies have not fully elucidated the specific associations between distinct gastric morphologies and demographic factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the correlations between gastric anatomical types, obesity, and gender.
- To classify gastric morphology and analyze its association with body mass index (BMI) and sex.
Main Methods:
- Utilized upper gastrointestinal tract (UGI) radiographs from 777 participants to measure gastric dimensions and classify morphology into six types.
- Correlated radiographic findings with participant gender and BMI, with follow-up UGI radiographs assessing anatomical stability over time.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in gastric anatomic types were observed between males and females (p < 0.001).
- Certain gastric types were more common in men and strongly associated with being overweight or obese (p < 0.001).
- Gastroptosis was more prevalent in women and inversely associated with overweight/obesity (p < 0.001).
Conclusions:
- Gastric anatomical types demonstrate a significant association with both obesity and gender.
- These findings highlight the interplay between body habitus, sex, and stomach morphology.
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