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ArticleJournal of translational medicine2024

Current perspectives in obesity management: unraveling the impact of different therapy approach in real life obesity care.

Keyvan Khorrami Chokami, Amir Khorrami Chokami, Giuseppe Cammarata, Grazia Piras, Manuela Albertelli, Federico Gatto, Lara Vera, Diego Ferone, Mara Boschetti

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Keyvan Khorrami ChokamiEndocrinology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (DiMI), University of Genova, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Amir Khorrami ChokamiESOMAS Department, University of Turin and Collegio Carlo Alberto, Turin, Italy.
Giuseppe CammarataEndocrinology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (DiMI), University of Genova, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Grazia PirasEndocrinology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (DiMI), University of Genova, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Manuela AlbertelliEndocrinology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (DiMI), University of Genova, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Federico GattoEndocrinology Unit, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Lara VeraEndocrinology Unit, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Diego FeroneEndocrinology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (DiMI), University of Genova, Genoa, 16132, Italy.
Mara BoschettiEndocrinology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties (DiMI), University of Genova, Genoa, 16132, Italy. mara.boschetti@unige.it.ORCID 0000-0002-9383-0913

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe challenge of addressing obesity persists in healthcare, necessitating nuanced approaches and personalized strategies. This study aims to evaluate the effects of diverse therapeutic interventions on anthropometric and biochemical parameters in individuals with overweight and obesity within a real-world clinical context.

methodsA retrospective analysis was conducted on 192 patients (141 females, 51 males) aged 18 to 75, with a BMI ranging from 25 to 30 (14.1%) and BMI ≥ 30 (85.9%), observed over a 12-month period at our Endocrinology Unit. Treatment cohorts comprised individuals following different regimens: Mediterranean Diet (MD), with an approximate daily intake of 1500 kcal for women and 1800 kcal for men (71% patients); Ketogenic Diet (KD), utilizing the VLCKD protocol characterized by a highly hypocaloric dietary regimen < 800 kcal/day (14% patients); metformin, administered using the oral formulation (5% patients); pharmacological intervention with GLP1-RA administered via subcutaneous injection with incremental dosage (10% patients). Supply constraints limited the efficacy of Liraglutide, whereas Semaglutide was excluded from comparisons due to its unavailability for obesity without diabetes. Blood tests were conducted to assess lipid profile, glycemic profile, and anthropometric parameters, including BMI, waist circumference, and waist-to-height ratio.

resultsSignificant BMI changes were observed from baseline to 6 months across MD, KD, and Liraglutide groups (p < 0.05). KD exhibited notable reductions in waist circumference and waist-to-height ratio within the initial quarter (p < 0.05), with a significant triglyceride decrease after 6 months (p < 0.05), indicating its efficacy over MD. Liraglutide demonstrated a substantial reduction in HbA1

conclusionsPositive outcomes from targeted interventions, whether pharmacological or dietary should encourage the exploration of innovative, long-term strategies that include personalized treatment alternation. The absence of standardized protocols underscores the importance of careful and tailored planning in managing obesity as a chronic condition.

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ObesityAdolescentAdultAgedBody Mass IndexDiet, MediterraneanFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedObesity ManagementRetrospective StudiesYoung AdultAnti-obesity medicationsGlycemic profileKetogenic dietLipid profileMetabolic parametersWeight loss interventions

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PMCPMC11155047

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