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[Disability attributable to excess weight in Spain].
José Javier Martín-Ramiro1, Elena Alvarez-Martín2, Ruth Gil-Prieto3
1Servicio de Cirugía General y Aparato Digestivo, Hospital Severo Ochoa, Madrid, España; Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio, Madrid, España.
Medicina Clinica
|August 13, 2013
Summary
Higher body mass index caused significant disability in Spain in 2006, resulting in over 791,000 years lived with disability (YLD). Overweight individuals experienced substantial YLD, particularly from osteoarthritis and chronic back pain.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
Context:
- Excess body weight is a growing global health concern.
- Understanding its impact on disability is crucial for public health planning.
- Spain's 2006 National Health Survey provides valuable population data.
Purpose:
- To quantify the disability burden attributable to elevated body mass index (BMI) in Spain.
- To analyze the contribution of overweight and obesity to years lived with disability (YLD).
- To identify specific diseases and demographic groups most affected by BMI-related disability.
Summary:
- In 2006, elevated BMI led to 791,650 YLD in the Spanish population (ages 35-79).
- Overweight (BMI 25-29.9) accounted for 45.7% of total YLD.
- Osteoarthritis, chronic back pain, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes were major contributors to BMI-related disability.
Impact:
- This study highlights the significant disability costs associated with excess body weight in Spain.
- Findings underscore the need for effective weight management interventions.
- YLD analysis serves as a valuable tool for monitoring public health interventions and resource allocation.
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