An introductory discussion of the definitions of obesity and its
epidemiology is followed by a detailed section on pathophysiology and
aetiology, including genetic predisposition and appetite regulation, in
addition to common environmental and lifestyle factors and ethnicity.
Obesity at all ages is presented, with associated comorbidities and
complications clearly illustrated. The authors proceed to discuss the
much neglected area of management, approaching this area by defining the
need to effectively assess the causes of the condition in the patient,
giving advice on differential diagnosis, diet and exercise, behavioural
therapy, surgery and pharmacological treatment. The atlas concludes with
a summary of hospital care of the morbidly obese, and looks at
promising future therapies, including preventative measures. Provides an
illustrated, comprehensive review of obesity – a health problem that is
rapidly becoming widespread in both developed and developing nations.
An introductory discussion of the definitions of obesity and its
epidemiology is followed by a detailed section on pathophysiology and
aetiology, including genetic predisposition and appetite regulation, in
addition to common environmental and lifestyle factors and ethnicity.
Obesity at all ages is presented, with associated comorbidities and
complications clearly illustrated. The authors proceed to discuss the
much neglected area of management, approaching this area by defining the
need to effectively assess the causes of the condition in the patient,
giving advice on differential diagnosis, diet and exercise, behavioural
therapy, surgery and pharmacological treatment. The atlas concludes with
a summary of hospital care for the morbidly obese, and looks at
promising future therapies, including preventative measures.
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