Fat-to-muscle Ratio: A New Indicator for Coronary Artery Disease in Healthy Adults
Youngmi Eun, Su Nam Lee, Sang-Wook Song, Ha-Na Kim, Se‐Hong Kim, Yun-Ah Lee, Sung Goo Kang, Jun-Seung Rho, Ki‐Dong Yoo
Abstract
Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is an important issue in public health. Previous studies have shown that the ratio of fat to muscle mass is a significant predictor of metabolic disease, and it is known to be associated with atherosclerosis. In this study, we evaluated the association between the fat-to-muscle ratio (FMR) and CAD in healthy adults. Methods: A total of 617 participants without diabetes mellitus, hypertension, known CAD, or stroke who visited the Health Promotion Center from 2009 to 2018 were included in this study. Computed tomography imaging and bioelectrical impedance analysis were used to ascertain the coronary artery calcium (CAC) score, degree of CAD, and FMR.