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Review
. 2024 Sep;51(3):511-522.
doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2024.04.007. Epub 2024 May 7.

Obesity

Tyler Fuller  1 , Zakary Newberry  1 , Munima Nasir  1 , Justin Tondt  2
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Review

Obesity

Tyler Fuller et al. Prim Care. 2024 Sep.

Abstract

Obesity is a complex, multifactorial disease that is highly prevalent in the United States. Obesity is typically classified by body mass index and the US Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening all patients 6 years or older for obesity. Evaluation includes a thorough history and physical examination as well as laboratory tests including hemoglobin A1c, comprehensive metabolic panel, lipid panel, and thyroid-stimulating hormone. Treatment involves a multidisciplinary approach including nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral therapy as well as pharmacotherapy and bariatric surgery when appropriate.

Keywords: BMI; Bariatric surgery; Diet; Exercise; Obesity.

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Disclosure The authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.

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