hrp0082p3-d3-788 | Fat Metabolism & Obesity (2) | ESPE2014

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate and CRP Levels in Childhood Obesity

Ersu Dilek Ozcelik , Seren Lale , Mutlu Rahime Gul Yesiltepe , Kirmizibekmez Heves

Background: Childhood obesity is one of the most important public health problems at 21st century. Obesity is an inflammatory process that leads to the impairment of health. Increasing prevalence of obesity will be a worldwide problem in the next generation, leading to serious health care and economical burden.Objective and hypotheses: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between childhood obesity and erythrocyte sedimentation rate a...