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Obese and overweight children and adolescents: an algorithmic clinical approach.

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: Obesity in children and adolescents is a hot issue throughout the world. Numerous complications are related to childhood obesity, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, insulin resistance and psychological problems. Therefore, identification and treatment of this problem have an important role in the health system. In this clinical approach, we have provided a general overview of the assessment and management of obesity in children and adolescents, including definitions, history-taking, physical examinations, and laboratory testing for general practitioners and pediatricians. Furthermore, conventional therapies (physical activity, eating habits and behavioral modification) and non-conventional treatments (drugs and surgery options) have been discussed.

Source: Europe PMC (PubMed Central)

Authors: Zahra Alizadeh, Shahrzad Khosravi, Sima Borna

Institutions: Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Taleghani General Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2160320363

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Cites: 74

Cited by: 1

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