The role of prevention
Obesity is undoubtedly one of the most serious challenges, mainly facing the modern western world, as it is now considered a multisystemic disease with significant health implications. The World Health Organization has recognized obesity as a disease since 1948, while it continues to spread like an “epidemic”, with increasing rates.
Causes and characteristics of obesity
“Obesity is characterized by an increase in body fat, mainly due to an increased intake of food, i.e. calories. Decreased activity of the dopaminergic system in people with increased body weight leads to a greater desire for food, resulting in the consumption of larger amounts. This, combined with lifestyle and poor eating habits, contributes to an increase in fat mass, which can lead to serious structural and functional consequences”, says Mr. Efthimios Kapandais, Pathologist specializing in diabetes mellitus, Director of Department of Diabetes – Obesity – Metabolism, Metropolitan Hospital.
Obesity as a multisystemic disease
Obesity does not only affect appearance. White adipose tissue, which stores energy, also functions as an endocrine gland that secretes hormones and cytokines. In the case of obesity, the dysfunction of this tissue leads to chronic inflammation and promotes a number of serious diseases, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidemia and cardiovascular diseases. In addition, obesity is associated with an increased risk of cancer and premature mortality.
The importance of weight loss
Weight loss is key to tackling obesity and improving health. Studies have shown that even moderate weight loss can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and improve quality of life. At the same time, bariatric surgery is an effective solution for patients with severe obesity, offering impressive results both in weight loss and in reducing mortality.
The role of prevention
Obesity is not solely a matter of individual responsibility. A comprehensive strategic approach is needed to promote healthy eating, physical exercise and prevention, especially at younger ages. Education and public awareness are critical, as prevention is the first step in dealing with such a serious disease. With obesity affecting millions of people worldwide, the need for action is more pressing than ever.
The need for patient-centered care
Early diagnosis, targeted treatment and specialized medical interventions can make the difference, offering better quality of life and long-term health to patients. Metropolitan Hospital has managed to cover these needs, with the Department of Diabetes – Obesity – Metabolism, which aims to provide global help and support to overweight and diabetic people, so that their problems can be dealt with individually, with the elimination of adverse effects and with considerable success. The exclusively medical follow-up guarantees the achievement of these goals.
The thorough clinical examination, the study of the eating habits, the determination of the somatometric data, the measurement of the metabolic activity and finally the laboratory test to detect the most possible complications complete the initial basic study.
All these results are recorded on a computer, in a modern high-perfection program, specially designed and built for the needs of the Department of Diabetes – Obesity – Metabolism. “This fact helps in excellent monitoring of the course of not only his body weight or glycemia, but also their accompanying problems. Finally, it helps the medical staff to observe and evaluate these data, in order to continuously improve the level of service provision”, concludes Mr. Kapandais.
Source :Skai
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