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Assessment of Child Anthropometry in a Large Epidemiologic Study
Published on: February 2, 2017
Obese and overweight children and adolescents: an algorithmic clinical approach
Zahra Alizadeh1, Shahrzad Khosravi2, Sima Borna3
1Sports Medicine Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran ; Department of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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.
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