hrp0082p2-d3-403 | Fat Metabolism & Obesity (2) | ESPE2014

Concomitant Changes in Full Body DXA Values and BMI–SDS During Multidisciplinary Treatment of Childhood Obesity

Nielsen Tenna R H , Fonvig Cilius E , Gerds Thomas A , Lausten-Thomsen Ulrik , Holm Jens-Christian

Background: Childhood obesity and related co-morbidities are increasing world wide and consequently effective treatment interventions are much needed.Objective and hypotheses: The aim was to investigate concomitant changes in body composition in relation to changes in BMI–SDS during The Children’s Obesity Clinics Treatment (TCOCT) program. Hypothesis: reductions in body fat percentage may not be revealed by reductions in BMI–SDS.<p cla...