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[Osteoarticular pathology and massive obesity]

C de Gennes1

  • 1Service de médecine interne, hôpital La Pitié, Paris.

La Revue Du Praticien
|October 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Obesity is linked to rheumatic symptoms like knee pain from gonarthrosis. Losing weight is recommended for obese patients with rheumatic conditions to manage pain and potential complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Orthopedics
  • Endocrinology

Context:

  • Rheumatic symptoms frequently coexist with obesity.
  • Obesity is a significant factor in gonarthrosis, correlating with disease severity.
  • Obesity may influence post-menopausal bone loss and joint health.

Purpose:

  • To explore the multifaceted relationship between obesity and rheumatic diseases.
  • To highlight the impact of obesity on joint health, bone density, and surgical outcomes.
  • To evaluate the benefits of weight loss in obese patients with rheumatic conditions.

Summary:

  • Obesity is a primary cause of knee pain (gonarthrosis) and may worsen arthrosis in weight-bearing joints.
  • While obesity can limit bone loss, bariatric surgery carries risks like inflammatory rheumatism and osteomalacia.
  • Obese patients face increased perioperative risks, though hip/knee replacement shows promising mid-term results.

Impact:

  • Weight loss is a rational recommendation for obese individuals experiencing rheumatic illness.
  • Understanding these connections can guide clinical management and patient counseling.
  • Further research is needed to fully elucidate the mechanisms linking obesity and rheumatic disease progression.

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