Assessment of the risk of developing type 2 diabetes using the Indian diabetes risk score in an urban community in Chandigarh, India: A cross-sectional study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.The Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) effectively identifies individuals at high risk for diabetes in urban populations. This screening tool can aid in early detection and prevention of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Diabetes Research
Background
- Urban populations, particularly the urban poor, face increased risks of diabetes due to lifestyle changes.
- Early identification of at-risk individuals is crucial for diabetes prevention and management.
- The Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) is a potential tool for screening diabetes risk.
Purpose Of The Study
- To assess the prevalence of diabetes in an urban colony.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) as a screening tool.
- To analyze the association between IDRS, demographics, and diabetes status.
Main Methods
- A cross-sectional study involving 1533 adults (≥30 years) in Chandigarh.
- Stratified two-stage systematic random sampling was employed.
- Diabetes risk was assessed using IDRS, supplemented by biochemical investigations (blood glucose, lipid profiles).
Main Results
- The prevalence of diabetes was 3.1%.
- Individuals aged 60+ and females exhibited significantly higher IDRS.
- A strong association was found between socioeconomic status and diabetes risk status (P < 0.001).
- High IDRS was observed in 48.7% of participants; IDRS was significantly higher in diabetics.
Conclusions
- The Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) demonstrates high sensitivity for detecting diabetes risk.
- IDRS is a valuable screening tool for community-based diabetes detection programs.
- Early screening and intervention can help mitigate the community and national burden of diabetes.
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