Key result
Childhood obesity linked to 84% dyslipidemia prevalence, predominantly low HDL-C with higher rates in females.
Why the study?
Data regarding the prevalence and patterns of dyslipidemia among Indian children with overweight and obesity remain limited, though early identification may reduce future cardiovascular risk.
Population
100 children with overweight or obesity aged 5-16 years at a tertiary care center in South India
Design
Prospective observational study
Authors
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Provides regional dyslipidemia data in obese Indian children; leaves open need for prospective outcome studies before screening changes.
Observational (n=100)
No
There is a high prevalence of dyslipidemia (84%) and other cardiometabolic comorbidities among Indian children with overweight and obesity, emphasizing the need for early metabolic screening.
Chandrasekaran et al. (2026) conducted an observational in Overweight and obesity (n=100). Overweight and obesity was evaluated on Dyslipidemia. Among children with overweight and obesity, dyslipidemia prevalence was 84% (predominantly low HDL-C at 57%), and was significantly higher in females than males (94.3% vs 72.3%, p=0.003).
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