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Dr. Michael Helmrath
Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Severely Obese Adolescents: The Teen Longitudinal Assessment of Bariatric Surgery (Teen-LABS) Study.
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In brief
In brief
This prospective cohort study examines cardiovascular disease risk factors in severely obese adolescents enrolled in the Teen-LABS bariatric surgery program. The research establishes baseline prevalence of CVD risks in this population and identifies clinical predictors, addressing a critical knowledge gap in pediatric obesity management.
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Severe obesity is increasingly common in the adolescent population but, as of yet, very little information exists regarding cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks in this group. To assess the baseline prevalence and predictors of CVD risks among severely obese adolescents undergoing weight-loss surgery. A prospective cohort study was conducted from February 28, 2007, to December 30, 2011, at the follo…
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