Pignet Index

Pignet Index or Body Build Index is an index used for evaluation of body build. It was suggested in 1901 by Maurice–Charles–Joseph Pignet, who was a French army doctor.

Pignet Index is expressed by formula:

Stature in cm - (weight in kg + chest circumference in cm)

Body build according to this index is noted as:

Very sturdy: <10

Sturdy: 10-15

Good: 16-20

Average: 21-25

Weak: 26-30

Very weak: 31-35

Poor: >36