Physical Examination and Evaluation for Comorbidities in Youth with Obesity - 27/09/24
Doi : 10.1016/j.pcl.2024.06.008
Ashley E. Weedn, MD, MPH a, Julie Benard, MD b, Sarah E. Hampl, MD c, ⁎ 
a Department of Pediatrics, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, 1200 Children’s Avenue, Suite 12400, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, USA
b Cape Physician Associates, Saint Francis Healthcare System, 211 Saint Francis Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703, USA
c Children’s Mercy Kansas City, Center for Children’s Healthy Lifestyles & Nutrition, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
∗Corresponding author.
Résumé |
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.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Obesity, Evaluation, Review of systems, Physical examination, Comorbidities
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Vol 71 - N° 5
P. 859-878 - octobre 2024 Retour au numéro
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