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Classification of Obesity and Assessment of Obesity-Related Health Risks

Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.), 2002-12, Vol.10 (S12), p.105S-115S [Peer Reviewed Journal]

ISSN: 1930-7381 ;ISSN: 1071-7323 ;EISSN: 1930-739X ;EISSN: 1550-8528 ;DOI: 10.1038/oby.2002.203 ;PMID: 12490659

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  • Title:
    Classification of Obesity and Assessment of Obesity-Related Health Risks
  • Author: Aronne, Louis J
  • Subjects: Adipose Tissue ; Body Composition ; Body Constitution ; Body Mass Index ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Obesity - classification ; Obesity - complications ; Obesity - etiology ; Obesity - therapy ; Risk Factors
  • Is Part Of: Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.), 2002-12, Vol.10 (S12), p.105S-115S
  • Description: The barriers to the evaluation and treatment of obesity by health-care providers include a lack of awareness of obesity as an independent risk factor for morbidity and mortality and inadequate training in the medical management of obesity. However, the increased risk of medical disorders and emotional consequences associated with obesity make the disorder a priority for physicians to assess and treat. Obesity researchers have published and promoted the use of evidence-based, practical guidelines to educate physicians about how best to approach obesity as a medical disorder. The guidelines support classification and assessment of obesity as an important component of the patient's medical care. Assessment begins with classification by body mass index (BMI), with overweight and obesity defined as a BMI of 25 and 30 kg/m(2), respectively. Patients with high-risk combinations of BMI, waist circumference, and specific cardiovascular risk factors should begin a weight-loss program if no contraindications are present. Proper assessment also includes evaluation of complicating factors for obesity, such as sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes, psychosocial factors, and the use of medications that may contribute to obesity. Special attention should be paid to elements of the physical examination that often are performed incorrectly in obese patients, such as pelvic exams. Gathering this information will allow the clinician to tailor a weight-loss program to each patient individually. Although this represents the most challenging component of obesity care, resources are available to guide the clinician.
  • Publisher: United States: Blackwell Publishing Ltd
  • Language: English
  • Identifier: ISSN: 1930-7381
    ISSN: 1071-7323
    EISSN: 1930-739X
    EISSN: 1550-8528
    DOI: 10.1038/oby.2002.203
    PMID: 12490659
  • Source: MEDLINE
    ProQuest Central
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