Physical Examination and Evaluation for Comorbidities in Youth with Obesity.

Creator(s)

Ashley E. Weedn
Julie Benard
Sarah Hampl, Children's Mercy HospitalFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-2024

Identifier

DOI: 10.1016/j.pcl.2024.06.008

Abstract

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.

Journal Title

Pediatric clinics of North America

Volume

71

Issue

5

First Page

859

Last Page

878

MeSH Keywords

Humans; Physical Examination; Pediatric Obesity; Child; Adolescent; Comorbidity

Keywords

Comorbidities; Evaluation; Obesity; Physical examination; Review of systems

Recommended Citation

Weedn AE, Benard J, Hampl SE. Physical Examination and Evaluation for Comorbidities in Youth with Obesity. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2024;71(5):859-878. doi:10.1016/j.pcl.2024.06.008