Obesity Flashcards Preview

Gen Med and Surg - C.U > Obesity > Flashcards

Flashcards in Obesity Deck (8)
Loading flashcards...
1
Q

Obesity definition

A

BMI >32 kg/m2

2
Q

which type of obesity has a stronger associated with co-morbidity

A

central

3
Q

risk factors for obesity

A

hypoT
Hypercortisolism
age >40
Peri and post menopause

4
Q

blood tests in obesity

A

FBC
Cholestrol
TFT

5
Q

for weight loss calorie intake should be

1) woman
2) men

A

1) 1000 - 1200 p/d

2) 1200 - 1500 p/d

6
Q

1st line treatment of obesity

A

combined diet and exercise regime

7
Q

potential pharmacological treatment for obesity

A

orlistat - should be combined with diet and exercise

8
Q

when is surgical therapy considered in obesity

A

BMI >40

OR >35 w/ obesity related comorbidities