ea0056p577 | Obesity | ECE2018
Sava Elisabeta
, Leca Bianca
, Sirbu Anca
, Soare Iulia
, Martin Sorina
, Smeu Bogdan
, Copaescu Catalin
, Fica Simona
Introduction: Obesity, defined as a BMI ≥30 kg/m2, is the most common chronic metabolic disease in the world and its prevalence has strongly increased. Obesity is associated with multiple comorbidities, including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea and certain cancers. Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for severe obesity and produces dramatic and durable weight loss. The ...