Are children with obesity at school entry more likely to have a diagnosis of a musculoskeletal condition? Findings from a systematic review

Background Children with obesity at school entry are at increased risk of persistent obesity throughout childhood and adulthood. Little is known about associations with adverse health outcomes with onset during childhood including those affecting the musculoskeletal system. We examined the associati...

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Main Authors: Carol Dezateux, Nicola Firman, Gill Harper, Marta Wilk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2022-08-01
Series:BMJ Paediatrics Open
Online Access:https://bmjpaedsopen.bmj.com/content/6/1/e001528.full