Comparison and assessment of anthropometric index with risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus: two prospective cohort studies in China

Puntos clave

• Type 2 diabetes risk is strongly associated with the anthropometric index, highlighting its importance in diabetes prevention.
• The study identified critical metrics such as body mass index and waist circumference in relation to diabetes risk.
• Observational analysis across two prospective cohort studies in China provided robust data on health outcomes.
• Findings emphasize the need for comprehensive risk assessments to better target interventions for diabetes.