Abstract

Aims: The purpose of the study was to estimate the association between body mass index and diabetic complications of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in the semi-urban area (Savar), Bangladesh. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 420 type-2 diabetic patients, picked up conveniently from Jahangirnagar University and nearest community, Savar, Dhaka. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated and categorized according to The WHO recommended Asian criteria. Diabetic complications were identified by clinical signs and symptoms using a questionnaire. Multiple logistic regression and Chi-square test were employed in data analysis.