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10 kwi 2023 · Childhood obesity is associated with increased morbidity and premature death. Prevention of obesity in children is a high priority in the current situation. This activity reviews the etiology, pathophysiology, and consequence of childhood obesity and also highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the prevention and management of ...
Consequently, childhood obesity increases the risk for premature mortality, and the mortality rate is three times higher already before 30 years of age compared with the normal population. The risks associated with childhood obesity are modified by weight loss.
24 lip 2017 · Research shows that obesity is associated with increased mortality and numerous complications including diabetes, heart disease, dementia and cancer. Even low levels of overweight are associated with increased risk and weight loss remains the best way to tackle the complications.
3 mar 2022 · Figure 2 depicts the possible complications of obesity that can occur anywhere from childhood and adolescence to adulthood. It is important that complications are assessed in childhood and treated alongside obesity to prevent progression of both.
Among those who had obesity in childhood, 1 in 4 had obesity recorded as a cause of death. Identifying specific factors that may impact the risk of early mortality in individuals with obesity in childhood is important, to enable preventive actions and to promote long-term health.
18 maj 2023 · Comorbidities and complications. Childhood obesity is associated with a wide range of short-term comorbidities (Fig. 2).
Obesity affects approximately 1 in 5 youth globally and increases the risk of complications during adolescence and young adulthood, including type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, obstructive sleep apnea, and polycystic ovary syndrome.
