Rising prevalence of BMI ≥40 kg/m2: A high‐demand epidemic needing better documentation
Abstract
Summary Whilst previously rare, some surveys indicate substantial increases in the population with body mass index (BMI) ≥40 kg/m 2 since the 1980s. Clinicians report emerging care challenges for this population, often with high resource demands. Accurate prevalence data, gathered using reliable methods, are needed to inform health care practice, planning, and research. We searched digitally for English language sources with measured prevalence...
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Title
Rising prevalence of BMI ≥40 kg/m2: A high‐demand epidemic needing better documentation
Published Date
Feb 4, 2020
Journal
Volume
21
Issue
4
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