Costs Associated With Obesity Overview The impact of obesity on mortality rates and healthcare resource utilization (HCRU) is profound, with significant variations based on demographic factors such as age, gender, and local socioeconomic status. This study aimed to assess the lifetime costs of obesity across different demographic groups and geographic areas in
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Gastric Bypass Compared To Sleeve Gastrectomy In Diabetic Patients
Gastric Bypass Compared To Sleeve Gastrectomy In Diabetic Patients Overview This retrospective cohort study aimed to compare the effects of sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) on overall and diabetes-specific healthcare costs among patients with type 2 diabetes. The study analyzed data from Optum's deidentified Clinformatics® Data Mart database, focusing
Heart Failure Polygenic Risk Predictions
Heart Failure Polygenic Risk Predictions Overview This study explores the genetic associations and risk prediction capabilities of polygenic risk scores (PRSs) derived from risk factors shared with heart failure (HF) in bi-racial populations. The risk factors considered include atrial fibrillation (AF), body mass index (BMI), coronary heart disease (CHD), systolic blood pressure
Obesity Treated With Expandable Oral Capsules
Obesity Treated With Expandable Oral Capsules Overview This clinical trial aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of administering 2.24 g intragastric expandable capsules twice daily for weight management in adults with overweight or obesity. The study, conducted as a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, enrolled 280 participants with a body mass index (BMI) ranging
Metabolic Syndrome Incidence In Patients Consuming A Processed Food Diet
Metabolic Syndrome Incidence In Patients Consuming A Processed Food Diet Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a collection of metabolic abnormalities, including insulin resistance, hypertension, abdominal obesity, and dyslipidemia, which significantly elevate the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease. The global incidence of MetS has surged, largely due to lifestyle
Snacking Behavior And The Impact Of Mindset
Snacking Behavior And The Impact Of Mindset Overview This study delves into the impact of adopting a health-oriented versus hedonic mindset on daily snacking behavior in the context of an environment abundant in high-caloric and palatable foods, contributing to challenges in maintaining a healthy body weight. The hypothesis posited that a health
Bariatric Surgery In Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Patients
Bariatric Surgery In Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Patients Overview Existing research has hinted at a link between obesity and increased risk of acute cardiovascular events. Bariatric surgery has been shown to mitigate this risk; however, its impact on patients with both obesity and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) remains unclear. This study aimed to assess whether
Obesity Classification And The Risk Of Gallstones
Obesity Classification And The Risk Of Gallstones Overview This population-based cross-sectional study aimed to determine the most effective predictor of gallstone disease (GSD) among various anthropometric indicators of obesity. The research, conducted in Taiwan from 2014 to 2017, included 2263 participants who underwent physical examinations, provided blood samples, and completed detailed questionnaires
Visceral Adiposity And Heart Failure Risk
Visceral Adiposity And Heart Failure Risk Overview Obesity is a common risk factor developing for heart failure (HF). In this study, we aimed to explore the potential of the Visceral Adiposity Index (VAI) as a straightforward tool for assessing obesity and its link to HF risk, a relationship that had not been
Obesity Treatment With Tirzepatide And Semaglutide
Obesity Treatment With Tirzepatide And Semaglutide Overview The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of obesity treatment with tirzepatide at doses of 10 mg and 15 mg with semaglutide at a dose of 2.4. The comparison was conducted using an indirect treatment comparison method. The study utilized data from the
