Sandbox:Iman.D
Childhood Obesity
Overview
Overweight and obesity are defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as "abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may impair health"[1]
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Obesity from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Age
Gender
Race
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Treatment
Medical therapy
Surgery
Prevention
References
1. Obesity and Overweight, WHO (2020), https://www.who.int/westernpacific/health-topics/obesity