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Vascular Abnormalities in Hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos Syndrome: A Retrospective Cohort Study

American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos syndrome (hEDS), while generally free from severe vascular complications, may occasionally present with cardiac and vascular abnormalities that warrant specific investigation. While studies have been conducted on the prevalence of cardiac involvement, none have focused on vascular aspects. This retrospective study was
Thomas Gehin, Malika Foy, Robert Carlier, Valentin Renault, Karelle Benistan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Overweight-related victimisation in pre-adolescent boys and girls [PDF]

, 2001
Research findings from adult studies suggest that being teased about weight or size when growing up may be a risk factor in the development of later eating and body image problems.
Waterson, Clea Lynne
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Streamlining Diagnosis of Bardet–Biedl Syndrome: New Diagnostic Algorithm With Updated Criteria

American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Considerable advances have been made in our understanding of Bardet–Biedl syndrome (BBS), particularly in its core clinical features and molecular genetics, warranting an update to the existing diagnostic criteria framework. Using a rigorous, evidence‐based, and consensus‐driven process, a multidisciplinary group of international experts and ...
Jeremy J. Pomeroy, Jesse Richards, Brooke R. Sweeney, Seema Kumar, Katie E. Queen, Joshua Zaritsky, Carl H. Cramer, Elias I. Traboulsi, Brittni A. Scruggs, Erica E. Davis, Ekaterina Keifer, Emma McGibbon, Timothy Ogden, Bendert De Graaf, Tonia Hymers, Elizabeth Forsythe, Philip Beales   +16 more
wiley   +1 more source

Occupational therapy in overweight and obesity care: Australian perspectives from a mixed methods study

Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy
Background Obesity and being overweight can hinder participation in daily activities and impact engagement. Occupational therapists offer a unique perspective on this issue, yet their practice is seldom described in the literature.Aim To explore how ...
Kieva Richards, Olivia Beattie, Danielle Hitch, Genevieve Pepin   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Genetic Risk and High Burden of Depression and Suicide in the Maya‐Mestizo Population of Yucatán, México

American Journal of Medical Genetics Part B: Neuropsychiatric Genetics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Major depression and suicide are critical public health concerns, particularly in underrepresented populations with unique genetic and sociocultural contexts. The Maya‐mestizo population presents the highest suicide rates in the country but remains understudied in psychiatric genetics. This study evaluated the association between three genetic
Marta Menjivar, Erandi Bravo, Margarita Rivera‐Balancan, Barbara Itzel Pena Espinoza   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Is the prevalence of hypertension in overweight children overestimated?

, 2016
Objectives The aim of this study is to explore different methods for screening and diagnosing hypertension- which definitions and criteria to use-in children and in addition to determine the prevalence of hypertension in Dutch overweight children. Design
Chinapaw, Mai J. M., Groothoff, J. (Jaap), Nauta, J., Kist-van Holthe, Joana, Chinapaw, M.J.M., Rabelink, T.J., Wirix, Aleid J. G., Nauta, J. (Jeroen), Rabelink, Ton J., Nauta, Jeroen, Hira Sing, Remy, Kist-van Holthel, J.E., Wirix, A J G, Chinapaw, MJM, Wirix, A.J.G., Kist-Van Holthe, J.E. (Joana), Rabelink, T. (Ton), Chinapaw, M.J.M. (Mai), Rabelink, TJ, Hirasing, RA, Hirasing, R.A. (Remy), Kist-van Holthel, J E, Groothoff, JW, HiraSing, R.A., Groothoff, J.W.   +24 more
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Interventions to promote healthy nutrition and lifestyle and to tackle overweight and obesity amongst children in need in Europe: a rapid literature review

Frontiers in Nutrition
IntroductionThe global prevalence of overweight and obesity has reached epidemic proportions amongst children and adolescents, with approximately one third of children in Europe being overweight or obese.
Anela Halilagic, Renos Roussos, Matzourana Argyropoulou, Vaios Svolos, Vaios Svolos, Christina Mavrogianni, Odysseas Androutsos, Theodora Mouratidou, Theodora Mouratidou, Yannis Manios, Yannis Manios, George Moschonis, George Moschonis   +12 more
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The EXPLAIN Study: Exploring Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita in Adults in Norway — A Description of Demographic, Medical, and Neurological Findings

American Journal of Medical Genetics Part C: Seminars in Medical Genetics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) encompasses several hundred conditions with diverse genetic, pathophysiological, and clinical origins. The overarching EXPLAIN study explores underlying causes and implications of AMC and represents the largest clinical cohort of adults with AMC reported to date.
My Vuong Hermansen, Kristin Ørstavik, Unni Steen, Mathias Toft, Cathrine Brunborg, Lena Lande Wekre   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Prevalence of Obesity in Preschool Children at Hilla/Babylon/Iraq 2020

Mustansiriya Medical Journal
Background: More and more preschool children in Iraq and elsewhere are becoming overweight or obese. Many countries are now reporting a similar trend among preschool children.
Bahaa Mufeed Kadhim
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On the Prospects for African Philosophy in Australia

Australian Journal of Social Issues, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This paper grapples with the situation of people of African descent in Australia by working through the constitution of the body of academic philosophy in the country. It contends with the parochialism of the Australian philosophical community and the prospects for the cultivation of greater pluralism. Taking African philosophy as one possible
Bryan Mukandi
wiley   +1 more source