Researchers have found the body circumference index (BRI) to be a useful tool for predicting cardiovascular risk and mortality.[1][2][3] The BRI measures abdominal fat distribution using waist circumference and height and has been shown to be more accurate than traditional body mass index (BMI) in predicting cardiovascular disease risk.[2][3] Studies have shown a U-shaped relationship between BRI and mortality—both the lowest and highest BRI values are associated with an increased risk of death.[1] Patients with a high stable BRI level had a 163% increased risk of cardiovascular disease compared to patients with a low stable BRI level during a six-year follow-up.[4] BRI has similar predictive power to waist circumference but better than BMI in predicting cardiovascular disease and heart failure.[2] Researchers recommend using the BRI in cardiovascular risk stratification, particularly in East Asian populations.[3]