Prediction of type 2 diabetes mellitus risk using Indian diabetes risk score among individuals of 30 years and above in an Indian population.

Abstract

Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) was assessed among 2,847 adults aged 30 and above living in urban and rural areas in India. Data showed that 41.3% of participants were at high risk (IDRS ≥60) and these individuals often had obesity, a family history of the disease and a sedentary way of life. IDRS was found to be trustworthy, affordable and easy on patients. It is valuable for discovering diabetes at the earliest stage. Thus, this approach can be used in diabetes prevention programs across India.