The relationship between METS-IR and the risk of diabetes incidence in rural adults in China: A retrospective cohort study based on dynamic population

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• METS-IR significantly correlates with diabetes incidence among rural adults in China, indicating serious health implications.
• The study shows a nonlinear relationship between METS-IR scores and diabetes onset, emphasizing varied risk levels.
• Observational analysis based on a dynamic cohort showcases the need for initial risk stratification in primary health care.
• This study highlights the importance of METS-IR as a potential screening tool, though further validation is needed in broader populations.