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The Tip of the Iceberg: Genotype of Puerto Rican Pediatric Obesity.

Jesus M Melendez-Montañez, Wilfredo De Jesus-Rojas

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2 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Jesus M Melendez-MontañezDepartment of Pediatrics and Basic Science, Ponce Health Sciences University, Ponce, PR 00716, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-4441-6780
Wilfredo De Jesus-RojasDepartment of Pediatrics and Basic Science, Ponce Health Sciences University, Ponce, PR 00716, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-6133-3517
Ponce Health Sciences University · PR

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Childhood obesity is a significant public health concern, particularly among Hispanic populations. This study aimed to elucidate the genetic predisposition to obesity in Puerto Rican children of Hispanic descent, addressing a notable gap in existing research. A cohort of 103 children with obesity and hyperphagia underwent genetic screening for rare obesity-related variants. Clinical assessments and family history evaluations were conducted to characterize the demographic and clinical characteristics of the cohort. Genetic testing revealed a high prevalence of variants, with 73% of subjects having at least one reported variant. Pathogenic variants, predominantly associated with obesity-related ciliopathies, were identified in 7% of cases. Additionally, 90% of cases had variants of uncertain significance, highlighting the complexity of genetic contributions to obesity. This study emphasizes the critical need for further investigation into the genetic foundations of obesity, particularly within Hispanic communities. The findings emphasize the importance of early medical evaluation, vigilant monitoring for hyperphagia onset, and targeted interventions tailored to the unique genetic landscape of Puerto Rican children. This research provides a foundational framework for future studies to mitigate the impact of genetic obesity within this population.

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Genetic Predisposition to DiseaseHispanic or LatinoPediatric ObesityAdolescentChildChild, PreschoolFemaleGenetic TestingGenotypeHumansHyperphagiaMalePuerto Ricochronic diseasehealth studiesobesity researchprecision medicinePuerto Rican genetics

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PMID38674329
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