Abstract

Background: Hypertension is a significant public health concern, and obesity related anthropometric markers are frequently used to evaluate blood pressure-related risk. In many populations, however, it is still uncertain how predictive general vs. central adiposity markers are. 
Objectives: The present study aimed to determine independent anthropometric predictors (BMI, WHR, WC, PBF) of elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), and mean arterial pressure (MAP), analyse sex-wise variations in blood pressure parameters, and evaluate correlation between anthropometric indicators and blood pressure. 
Material and Methods: This is a cross-sectional community-based study that was conducted among 500 adults, aged 20-29years. All anthropometric measures and blood pressure were taken using standardized technique. 
Result: Based on logistic regression, WHR is a strong independent predictor of elevated SBP, DBP, while WC is the only significant predictor of MAP. There are substantial positive associations (p<0.001) between all anthropometric indicators and blood pressure metrics. SBP, DBP, and Map do not show any discernible sex differences. 
Conclusion: Compared to overall adiposity measures, central obesity indicators-specifically, WHR, and WC are better predictor of high pressure. Early detection of people at risk for hypertension may be enhanced by incorporating basic measurements of central adiposity into regular screening.