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Review
. 2024 Oct;71(5):859-878.
doi: 10.1016/j.pcl.2024.06.008. Epub 2024 Jul 23.

Physical Examination and Evaluation for Comorbidities in Youth with Obesity

Ashley E Weedn  1 , Julie Benard  2 , Sarah E Hampl  3
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Physical Examination and Evaluation for Comorbidities in Youth with Obesity

Ashley E Weedn et al. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2024 Oct.

Abstract

Obesity is a complex and chronic disease that can affect the entire body. The review of systems and physical examination are important components of the evaluation. Laboratory assessment is directed toward known cardiometabolic comorbidities. Regular follow-up visits with repeated review of systems, physical examination, and laboratory testing can facilitate early detection and management of comorbidities of this chronic disease.

Keywords: Comorbidities; Evaluation; Obesity; Physical examination; Review of systems.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure Drs A.E. Weedn, J. Benard, and S.E. Hampl have no financial conflicts of interest relevant to the article to disclose.