Adult obesity 2: treatment and management options for weight loss and maintenance.
This second in a two part unit discusses the various management options available to treat people who are overweight or obese. Part 1 examined the multifaceted causes of obesity, the rising prevalence, consequences and patient assessment. This part outlines management options, including dietary change, physical activity, pharmacotherapy and surgery. The issue of how to maintain weight once lost is also examined.
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Debbie
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Rydal Practice, Woodford Green, Essex.
D000328:Adult; D019440:Anti-Obesity Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D050110:Bariatric Surgery; D004038:Diet, Reducing; D015444:Exercise; D006801:Humans; D009765:Obesity / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D015431:Weight Loss
D019440:Anti-Obesity Agents