Endocrine Abstracts

BackgroundObesity is an increasing public health problem all around the world. It plays role in the pathogenesis of many diseases, especially diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cardiovascular diseases and cancer. The prevalence of weight-loss surgery is increasing as a result of developments of surgical techniques. In parallel with these developments, more patients admit for weight-loss surgery. Pharmacotherapy is one of the most important component...