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Identifying underlying medical causes of pediatric obesity: Results of a systematic diagnostic approach in a pediatric obesity center.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2020
Kleinendorst Lotte, Abawi Ozair, van der Voorn Bibian, Jongejan Mieke H T M, Brandsma Annelies E, Visser Jenny A, van Rossum Elisabeth F C, van der Zwaag Bert, Alders Mariëlle, Boon Elles M J, van Haelst Mieke M, van den Akker Erica L T
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Underlying medical causes of obesity (endocrine disorders, genetic obesity disorders, cerebral or medication-induced obesities) are thought to be rare. Even in specialized pediatric endocrinology clinics, low diagnostic yield is reported, but evidence is limited. Identifying these causes is vital for patient-tailored treatment. OBJECTIVES: To present the results of a systematic diagnostic workup in...
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