Comparison of the ability of HOMA-IR, VAI, and TyG indexes to predict metabolic syndrome in children with obesity: a cross-sectional study.

Cihad Dundar Ozlem Terzi Hatice Nilden Arslan

Published in: BMC pediatrics (2023)

The VAI and TyG index are effective indicators in assessing the MetS risk in children with obesity. Both indexes can be considered useful tools in pediatric research and the evaluation of interventions. However, the HOMA-IR index formula needs to be developed taking into account age, gender, and ethnicity.

Keyphrases

metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
weight loss
young adults
type diabetes
physical activity
weight gain
high fat diet induced
uric acid
adipose tissue
risk factors
human milk
body mass index
preterm infants