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Management of Childhood Obesity

Hoda Gad1, Hajar Dauleh2, Idris Mohammed2

  • 1Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON M5T 3H7, Canada.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences
|May 4, 2026
PubMed

Insights

Childhood obesity involves excess fat accumulation, impacting health and quality of life. Management requires a multidisciplinary approach, including lifestyle changes and targeted therapies based on genetic causes for effective treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Endocrinology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Obesity is defined as excess adipose tissue accumulation, linked to metabolic and cardiac issues.
  • Numerous factors contribute to obesity, including genetics, environment, and behavior.
  • Obesity is associated with severe complications like diabetes, hypertension, and liver disease.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of current childhood obesity management strategies.
  • To highlight the importance of a patient-centered, multidisciplinary approach.
  • To emphasize precision-guided therapy based on genetic etiology.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current research on obesity management.
  • Analysis of contributing factors and associated complications.
  • Classification of childhood obesity causes (polygenic, monogenic, syndromic, endocrine).

Main Results:

  • Obesity management requires integrating lifestyle changes with pharmacotherapy and surgery.
  • Identifying genetic causes enables tailored and more effective treatments.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for patient-centered care.

Conclusions:

  • Effective childhood obesity management necessitates a personalized, multidisciplinary strategy.
  • Understanding genetic underpinnings allows for precision medicine in treating obesity.
  • This review synthesizes state-of-the-art approaches for pediatric obesity care.

Keywords:
childhoodmanagementobesity

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