Dr. Sebastian Abraham
BACKGROUND Chronic Kidney disease is a major health problem. E-GFR is the best index for assessing kidney function. Few studies have examined the relation of BMI and e-GFR in a population of Kerala. We wanted to find the association between BMI and e-GFR in a population of Kerala. METHODS A total of 519 subjects was screened. After measuring height and weight, body mass index was calculated. Blood pressure, diabetes, mellitus, proteinuria, serum creatinine were checked. Estimated GFR (e GFR) was assessed using modification of diet in renal disease (MDRD formula). RESULTS 30.7% of the studied population were obese and 18.1% were overweight. Increased BMI is strongly associated decreased e-GFR. CONCLUSIONS Increased BMI is associated with a decrease in e-GFR. Awareness and lifestyle modifications have to be given priority to prevent chronic diseases.
