hrp0097p2-133 | Fat, Metabolism and Obesity | ESPE2023

Integrated care for childhood obesity within the medical and municipal domain

van Mil Edgar , Koetsier Leandra , Seidell Jaap , Sijben Marian , Stroo Judith , van der Velde Marian , Halberstadt Jutka

Childhood obesity is a chronic disease with detrimental effects on health and wellbeing. Treatment was traditionally focused on reducing caloric intake and increasing energy expenditure. However, considering the global increase in prevalence in obesity, especially in the paediatric age range, this approach is insufficient and transition to new initiatives is needed. Obesity is a complex disease resulting from the interaction of multiple underlying factors, including personal c...