Journal article
Surrogate Adiposity Markers and Mortality
Abstract
Importance: Body mass index (BMI) is an easily obtained adiposity surrogate. However, there is variability in body composition and adipose tissue distribution between individuals with the same BMI, and there is controversy regarding the BMI associated with the lowest mortality risk.
Objective: To evaluate which of BMI, fat mass index (FMI), and waist-to-hip (WHR) has the strongest and most consistent association with mortality.
Authors
Khan I; Chong M; Le A; Mohammadi-Shemirani P; Morton R; Brinza C; Kiflen M; Narula S; Akhabir L; Mao S
Journal
JAMA Network Open, Vol. 6, No. 9,
Publisher
American Medical Association (AMA)
Publication Date
September 5, 2023
DOI
10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.34836
ISSN
2574-3805