Obesity is a risk factor and exacerbates many chronic conditions, particularly diabetes, but
also hypertension, hyperlipidemia, heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, arthritis, and …

The prevalence of obesity in the United States has been increasing since the 1980s and has
become a public health concern. The etiology of obesity is complex and includes a host of …

The prevalence of obesity worldwide has risen sharply during the last four decades. The
etiology of obesity is complex and includes a host of genetic influences in addition to the …

The prevalence of obesity has rapidly increased in all industrialized countries in the past few
decades, most likely due to dietary and lifestyle changes. Since 1980, the prevalence of …

Obesity has become a threat to the health and economy of society worldwide and, if not
contained, will be responsible for a dramatic increase in cardiorespiratory diseases and …

Pharmacologic agents to promote weight loss have been available for decades, and many
factors have contributed to the continued interest in identifying effective drugs to treat …

Pharmacotherapy has a role in obesity management when combined with diet, physical
activity, and behavior modification. Currently available therapies are safe when used …

Obesity is a chronic medical condition that is expected to become an indirect but leading
cause of mortality and morbidity. Obesity results in type 2 diabetes mellitus, insulin …

Treating obesity is crucial as it will ultimately result in the prevention of many related chronic
diseases and will decrease morbidity and mortality. Weight loss medications are a valuable …

The incorporation of pharmacotherapy into the comprehensive office-based management of
obesity can improve outcomes significantly for patients meeting specific clinical guidelines in …