scholarly journals Morphometry of the Thyroid Gland and its Correlation with Various Anthropometric Parameters in Asymptomatic Indian Young Adults- A Cross-sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikhil Aggarwal ◽  
Garima Sehgal ◽  
Arvind Kumar Pankaj ◽  
Rakesh Kumar Verma ◽  
Anit Parihar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thyroid Gland ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Anthropometric Parameters ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bivariate Correlation ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: The volume, shape and size of the thyroid gland varies with age and sex. Morphometry of the thyroid with particular emphasis on its volume is an essential and most important parameter which must be evaluated. It is helpful in the diagnosis and monitoring of various thyroid diseases. Aim: To evaluate the volume of the normal thyroid gland and thickness of thyroid isthmus by ultrasonography and to observe its correlation with sex, height, weight, Body Mass Index (BMI), Neck Circumference (NC), Body Surface Area (BSA) and Lean Body Mass (LBM) in asymptomatic subjects. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study which included 100 volunteers (50 males and 50 females) from among 1st year MBBS/BDS students, who were attending classes in the Department of Anatomy, King George’s Medical University, UP, Lucknow during April 2019-March 2020. Detailed information (sex, height, weight, NC) was recorded for every subject. Also, BMI, BSA and LBM were calculated for each. Thereafter, ultrasound was performed to measure the dimensions of the thyroid gland. The statistical analysis was done using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24. Student t-test (to test the significance of two means), Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and bivariate correlation using Karl Pearson correlation coefficient (r) were used as statistical tests; and p-value <0.05 was regarded as statistically significant. Results: The mean volume of the right lobe of the thyroid gland was found to be 3.89±1.28 mL and of left side was 3.59±1.09 mL. The mean total volume of thyroid gland was 7.48±2.22 mL. In males, it was found to be 8.32±2.30 mL and in females, it was 6.63±1.78 mL. The mean thickness of thyroid isthmus was 2.09±0.66 mm. The correlation of total thyroid volume with all the anthropometric parameters was significant, while correlation of isthmus thickness was statistically significant with LBM and NC only. Conclusion: Presentstudy provides a normative reference data for the physicians and surgeons to consider while dealing with everyday cases of thyroid hypoplasia or goiter in their Outpatient Department (OPD)/Inpatient Departments (IPDs).

scholarly journals Child-Free Lifestyle and the Need for Parenthood and Relationship with Marital Satisfaction among Infertile Couples

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Razhan Chehreh ◽  
Giti Ozgoli ◽  
Khadijeh Abolmaali ◽  
Malihe Nasiri ◽  
Zolaykha Karamelahi
Keyword(s):  
Marital Satisfaction ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Satisfaction Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Infertile Couples

Objective: Marital satisfaction is considered as satisfaction with a marital relationship on which the presence of a child has different effects. Concerns about a childfree life and its effect on marital satisfaction in infertile couples are very critical. Therefore, this study was intended to characterize and compare concerns about a childfree lifestyle and the need for parenthood and their relationship with marital satisfaction in infertile couples. Method: A total of 200 men and 200 women who referred to fertility centers in Tehran participated in this cross-sectional study. Convenience sampling method was used for sampling. Demographic survey, ENRICH Marital Satisfaction Scale, and Fertility Problem Inventory were used for data collection. The resulting data were analyzed using descriptive and analytical statistical tests (Pearson Correlation Coefficient and Stepwise Regression). Results: The mean scores for concern about a childfree lifestyle and the need for parenthood in women were significantly higher than in men. The variables rejection of a childfree lifestyle and the need for parenthood were respectively predictors of marital satisfaction in women and men. Conclusion: Since marital satisfaction in infertile couples is affected by their feelings about having a child and becoming a parent, it is therefore suggested that appropriate counseling be provided in supportive healthcare programs for infertile couples to promote their marital satisfaction.

scholarly journals The relationship between body mass index before pregnancy and the amount of weight that should be gained during pregnancy: A cross-sectional study

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Resmiye Özdilek ◽  
Yılda Arzu Aba ◽  
Sena Dilek Aksoy ◽  
Bulat Aytek Şık ◽  
Yaşam Kemal Akpak
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Relationship

Objective: To investigate the adaptation of pregnant women to the recommended weight gain range according to body mass index (BMI) and to determine the factors affecting them. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed in a university hospital’s obstetrics and gynecology unit (tertiary center) in Turkey. This study was conducted between March 2018 and August 2018 (6 months) in pregnant women. Pregnant women with chronic disease and receiving treatment during antenatal follow-up, with twin pregnancy, with a fetus with a congenital abnormality, and nutritional disturbance were excluded from the study. Eight hundred twelve pregnant women with normal antenatal follow-up and who volunteered to participate were included in the study. Results: The mean age of the participants was 27.66±5.05 years. The mean weight and BMI before pregnancy were near standard in all participants. The group with the highest rate of recommended weight gain according to BMI before pregnancy was the group with low weight pregnant women. The ideal weight gain rate in all groups was 32%. Conclusions: The groups with overweight and obese pregnant women according to BMI before pregnancy had the highest rates of weight gain, above the recommended limits. BMI before pregnancy directly affects weight gain during pregnancy and the importance of pre-pregnancy counseling and weight loss is emphasized once again. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.35.5.133 How to cite this:Ozdilek R, Aba YA, Aksoy SD, Sik BA, Akpak YK. The relationship between body mass index before pregnancy and the amount of weight that should be gained during pregnancy: A cross-sectional study. Pak J Med Sci. 2019;35(5):---------.  doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.35.5.133 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

scholarly journals Variability of Standard Liver Volume by 2D Ultrasound: A Cross-sectional Study from Eastern India

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Partha Sarathi Ain ◽  
Uttam Kumar Roy ◽  
Krishna Sen ◽  
Debes Ray ◽  
Jayanta Pal
Keyword(s):  
Liver Volume ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Volume Estimation ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
F Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bivariate Correlation ◽  
2D Ultrasound ◽  
Standard Liver Volume ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: Liver volume estimation is an essential component prior to major hepatic surgery and liver transplantation. Liver volume is evaluated with different formulae, gold standard Computed Tomography (CT) volumetry and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). As per literature review, studies comparing ultrasonography with formula based liver volume estimation are very few. Ultrasonography is non-invasive in nature and inexpensive. It is gaining popularity among clinicians as it helps in rapid evaluation of liver volumes. Aim: To compare variability of liver volume using 2D ultrasound with a standard well-established method based on formula derived by Johnson et al. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study done between August-October 2020 and patients were selected by the physician from general Outpatient Department (OPD) pool and clinically screened for further biochemical studies. Participants aged 20-60 years with normal liver function test were recruited in the study. Images were taken on a Siemens Ultrasound System. Study variables included were liver volumes estimated by two methods, age, weight, height and Body Surface Area (BSA). F test was used to compare variability between liver volumes estimated by two different methods. Bivariate correlation between ultrasonography-based liver volume and different body indices was also tested. Results: Variability comparison using F test shows no significant difference (F=1.095, df1=149, df2=149, p=0.29). Liver volumes estimated by two methods showed good correlation with each other and is significant at the 0.01 level, r=0.574. The mean difference (125 cc) in volumes between two methods were statistically significant (t=10.92, degree of freedom=149, p<0.001) and were not in agreement with each other. Body parameters were correlated with liver volume estimated by 2D ultrasound. Conclusion: Ultrasonography is a useful tool in estimating liver volume prior to major hepatic resection. Formula based calculation of Standard Liver Volume (SLV) does not agree with USG based volume and underestimates the mean liver volume obtained by USG method.

scholarly journals PENENTUAN KADAR LIPOPROTEIN RAPATAN TINGGI (HIGH DENSITY) DENGAN DUA PEREAKSI (REAGEN) BERBEDA MENGGUNAKAN HITACHI 902

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
I. Hutagalung ◽  
Mansyur Arif
Keyword(s):  
High Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
High Density ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Laboratory Results ◽  
The Mean

Reagent selection is one of the factors that could influence the quality of laboratory results. The use of open system tools gives thepossibility to choose the best reagents, including the reagent for high density lipoprotein (HDL) determination. The aim of this studywas to compare HDL level determination using two different reagents measured by Hitachi 902. A cross sectional study was done fromJanuary to February 2007 in Ratulangi Medical Centre Laboratory, Makassar. From 47 samples we found that the mean HDL levelusing Daichi reagent was 50.47 mg/dl ranging from 45.99 mg/dl to 54.94 mg/dl and the mean using Roche reagent was 56.23 mg/dlranging from 50.93 mg/dl to 61.53 mg/dl with p = 0.098, and Pearson Correlation was 0.900 with p = 0.000. There was no significantdifference between HDL level measured by Hitachi 902 using Daichi and Roche reagents.

Psychometric properties of Body Mass Index in screening malnutrition of COPD inpatients admitted at Nguyen Tri Phuong Hospital, Vietnam: a cross-sectional study

MedPharmRes ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 27-33
Author(s):  
Uyen Phuong Truong ◽  
Lan-Anh Thi Pham ◽  
Ngoc Van Anh Huynh ◽  
Thi Van Tran ◽  
Gia Kien To
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Handgrip Strength ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: This study assessed the validation of Body Mass Index (BMI) against Subjective Global Assessment (SGA), and identify the prevalence of malnutrition and its associated factors in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) inpatients at Nguyen Tri Phuong Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted to consecutively select COPD inpatients based on medical records and consultancy with doctors. A structured questionnaire was designed to collect socio-demographic characteristics, health status and comorbidities, nutritional status, and handgrip strength. Nutritional status was assessed using SGA and BMI. Handgrip strength was measured using a hand dynamometer. Health status was collected from medical records. Results: The mean age of 83 COPD inpatients recruited in this study was 67 (SD=10.4) years. Most of the sample population was ≥60 years old (75%), male (86%), Kinh ethnic (89%), married (72%), not currently working (70%), and less than junior high school (81%). Nearly 68% had at least one comorbidity and 27% were active smokers. The mean handgrip strength was 21.6 kg (SD=8.7), and mean weight was 53.9 kg (SD=10.0). The mean BMI was 20.4 kg/m2 (SD=3.4) with 58% having BMI <21 kg/m2. SGA provided the prevalence of malnutrition of 65%. Age-group, BMI and handgrip strength were associated with malnutrition. A BMI cut-off point of <21 kg/m2 provided the highest ROC area of 84% (95%CI: 76%-92%). Conclusion: Malnutrition is common in COPD inpatients. This study confirms findings of previous studies that a BMI cut-off point of <21 kg/m2 was sensitive and specific for screening malnutritional risk at bedside.

Environment factors associated with adolescents’ body mass index, physical activity and physical fitness in Kuching South City, Sarawak: a cross-sectional study

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 331-337 ◽  
Author(s):  
Whye L. Cheah ◽  
Ching T. Chang ◽  
Rosalia Saimon
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Neighborhood Environment ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean

Abstract This study examined the relationship between perceived built environment attributes and physical activity, physical fitness and body weight among adolescents aged 14–16 years in Sarawak. This was a cross-sectional study, using multi-stage sampling. A set of questionnaires consisting of socio-demographic information, a self-administered physical activity checklist and a Neighborhood Environment Walkability Scale-Youth (NEWS-Y) was used. Body mass index (BMI) was measured and physical fitness was tested using a maximal multistage 20 m shuttle run test. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 17.0. A total of 316 respondents participated. The mean BMI for boys was almost equal to the mean BMI for girls. Only 7.9% of the sampled population was found to be overweight or obese. The overall mean duration spent per day on physical activity was 128.4 min (SD 118.43), with mean of 56.1 min (SD 73.94) after school time. Girls reported to spend longer each day taking physical activity before and during school. Boys were found to have significantly higher VO2max of 27.79±5.91 mL/kg/min as compared to girls (t=11.22, p<0.000). Based on comparison with other countries, the NEWS-Y scores indicated a mixture of low and high walkability neighborhoods. Respondents who had lower BMIs reported living in lower residential density areas and less risk of crime, and respondents who had better physical fitness reported less suitable infrastructure for walking. Promotion of exercise at all levels should be continuously encouraged as it would lead to improvement in the well-being of an individual.

scholarly journals Correlation between Body Fat Estimated from BMI and Bio Impedance Analysis among Population Working in IT Sector in Bangalore City - A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (17) ◽  
pp. 1174-1180
Author(s):  
Srividya Kalavagunta ◽  
Sravani Kuppam ◽  
Uma M ◽  
Srinivas Gunda ◽  
Archana Bhat
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Impedance Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Body ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Bangalore City ◽  
The Mean

BACKGROUND With the availability of more sophisticated methods, the utility of body mass index (BMI) as a measure of obesity and body fat estimation is being questioned. The current study aims to compare the estimation of body fat derived from BMI to that of directly measured bio impedance analysis (BIA). METHODS This is a cross sectional study conducted among IT employees of Bangalore City. Body fat % estimated from BMI using formula (adult BF = (1.20 x BMI) + (0.23 x age) - (10.8 x sex) - 5.4 where value for male = 1 & female = 0) and bioimpedance analysis (BIA) was compared using Bland-Altman analysis. RESULTS A total of 6901 participants were included and out of 6901 participants, 67.63 % were women. The mean age was 29.6 ± 6.68 years. The mean of the difference in body fat % calculated from BMI and estimated by BIA was 3.29, (- 9.99 to + 16.58 %). The mean difference was 3.43, (- 9.58 to + 16.45 %) and 2.89, (- 10.90 to + 16.68 %) among men and women respectively. CONCLUSIONS The results showed that the body fat estimated by BMI varies significantly from body fat estimated from BIA. KEYWORDS Obesity, Body Mass Index, Body Fat Percentage, Bioelectrical Impedance

scholarly journals Body Mass Index and Other Factors Related to Mastalgia: A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (B) ◽  
pp. 1586-1590
Author(s):  
Rehab Sabry ◽  
Tamer M. Kolib ◽  
Marwa Ahmed ◽  
Heba G. Elnahas
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Breast Pain ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Mild Pain ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean

BACKGROUND: Mastalgia is a common complaint in females aged 30–50 years. Mastalgia varies in degrees of severity. The quality of life of women may be adversely affected by severe mastalgia. It was associated with disturbance in sexual, social, and physical activities and behaviors. AIM: The main objective of this study is to investigate factors affecting mastalgia. METHODS: This is an analytical cross-sectional study. Conducted on 148 females attending the Family Medicine outpatient clinic. Mastalgia was assessed by new breast pain score. RESULTS: The mean age of patients was 32.6 and their mean body mass index (BMI) was 24.8. The majority of the cases were highly educated 48% and working 58.1%. There was a highly statistically significant difference between females with mild pain and those of moderate to severe pain regarding to BMI as the mean of BMI in patient with mild pain was 22.7 ± 2.5 while it was 27.6 ± 3.1., there was highly statistically significant difference between both groups as regards to the type of the contraception used that means females who used hormonal contraception had more pain. After logistic regression the only remaining significant factor was BMI 0.001. CONCLUSION: There are many factors affecting mastalgia as BMI, type of contraception, menstrual regularity, menstrual duration, breast pain duration, and premenstrual symptoms. But BMI is the most important factor affecting mastalgia.

scholarly journals Nursing presence from the perspective of cancer patients: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahshid Mahdavi ◽  
Mansour Ghafourifard ◽  
Azad Rahmani
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Spiritual Needs ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nursing Presence ◽  
The Mean

Background & Aim: Nursing presence is an essential element of nursing care. Since the perception of nursing presence is influenced by different factors depending on the culture within which patients receive nursing care, this study aimed to investigate Iranian patients' nursing presence with cancer. Methods & Materials: In this cross-sectional study, 130 cancer patients were selected by random sampling from an oncology teaching hospital. Data was collected by the Presence of Nursing Scale and analyzed by SPSS software. Results: The results showed that the mean score of nursing presence (in a range of 0 to 125) was 101.91±16.19. According to the results, the highest and lowest scores belonged to the items "I trusted in these nurses" and "These nurses met my spiritual needs" with a mean score of 4.38±0.81 and 3.68±1.16, respectively. Data analysis by Pearson correlation coefficient showed no significant correlation between the mean score of nursing presence and quantitative variables such as patients' age, length of stay in the hospital, and the number of hospitalization (p>0.05). Conclusion: Although the total score of nursing presence was high, improvements in some items such as fulfilling the spiritual needs of cancer patients seem necessary. Evaluation of nursing presence by valid measures, encouraging nurses to spend more time and interacting with their patients, and providing special courses on nursing presence could help nurses improve and implement oncology nursing.  

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