Neck circumference is Associated with Hypertriglysceridemia in Adults

Area of Science:

• Endocrinology
• Cardiology
• Primary Healthcare

Background:

• Anthropometric measurements are cost-effective indicators for obesity and chronic disease risk in primary care.
• Neck circumference (NC) is a simple, inexpensive method for assessing upper body obesity.
• Limited research exists on the direct association between high triglyceride levels and NC.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the relationship between hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) and neck circumference in adults.
• To assess the utility of NC as a screening tool for elevated triglycerides.

Main Methods:

• A prospective case-control study involving 130 adults (65 with HTG, 65 without).
• Measurements included neck circumference, BMI, waist, hip circumference, and metabolic parameters.
• Statistical analyses were performed to determine correlations and regression models.

Main Results:

• Individuals with HTG had significantly higher anthropometric indices, including NC, compared to controls.
• Mean NC was significantly higher in the HTG group (38.1 cm) versus the control group (35.7 cm).
• NC showed significant positive correlations with waist circumference, hip circumference, and triglyceride levels.

Conclusions:

• Neck circumference is closely associated with hypertriglyceridemia in adults.
• NC serves as a practical, cost-effective tool for identifying individuals at risk of high triglycerides.
• Primary healthcare should consider incorporating NC measurements for efficient cardiometabolic risk screening.