JOURNAL ARTICLE

Obesity is more than a number: a framework for treatment.

  • Published In: British Journal of Surgery, 2025, v. 112, n. 5. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Cohen, Ricardo V; Prager, Gerhard; Salminen, Paulina 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a new framework for treating obesity, emphasizing its recognition as a systemic disease rather than merely a matter of body mass index (BMI). This approach, supported by over 75 medical societies, differentiates between preclinical and clinical obesity, allowing for early intervention and comprehensive treatment strategies that address both weight and associated health complications. The authors highlight the importance of multimodal, patient-centered care that integrates lifestyle changes, pharmacotherapy, and metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) to improve outcomes. They also address the barriers to treatment access, including stigma and outdated insurance policies, advocating for policy changes to ensure equitable access to effective obesity treatments. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:British Journal of Surgery. 2025/05, Vol. 112, Issue 5, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Economics
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0007-1323
  • DOI:10.1093/bjs/znaf100
  • Accession Number:185489231
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