Visceral Adiposity Index and pattern of dyslipidaemia at different stages of glucose intolerance-A study from India.

Aim: To see the pattern of dyslipidaemia and Visceral Adiposity Index (VAI) at different stages of glucose intolerance in Indian population.

Methods: Data of 600 subjects were considered for this analysis. Waist circumference and BMI were recorded.

Prevalence of metabolic syndrome among Asian Indian subjects with elevated intermediate glucose response during OGTT.

EGI which is a distinct entity showed a significantly higher prevalence of metabolic syndrome compared to normal subjects. There is an urgent need of some intervention strategies for this high risk individuals to reduce future risk of diabetes and CVD.