Article
Genetic determinants of obesity: mechanisms, clinical implications, and targeted therapies.
Endocrine - 13 Jul 2026
Serbis Anastasios, Kantza Evanthia, Garoufou Michaela, Christou Maria, Siomou Ekaterini, Tigas Stelios
Abstract excerpt
PURPOSE: Obesity is a major global health crisis with rising prevalence in both pediatric and adult populations, leading to an increased risk of cardiovascular, metabolic, and other chronic complications affecting all organ systems. A clear understanding of the genetic contributors to polygenic, syndromic, and monogenic obesity is essential for early diagnosis and targeted management. METHODS: Advances in...
Topics
- Humans
- Obesity
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Genome-Wide Association Study
