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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