Clinical Scorecard: Assessment of Overweight and Obesity Rates and Associated Risk Factors in Children and Adolescents in Hangzhou: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Overweight and Obesity in Children and Adolescents
Key Mechanisms
Influenced by dietary habits, physical activity, and psychosocial factors.
Target Population
Children and adolescents aged 6-19 years in Hangzhou.
Care Setting
School-based health assessments.
Key Highlights
Overall overweight and obesity rates were 27.20%.
Boys had higher rates of overweight and obesity than girls.
Obesity prevalence equaled or exceeded overweight prevalence in children aged 6-10 years.
Eating fresh fruit ≥1 time a day and never eating breakfast were associated with higher prevalence.
Female sex and boarding student status were protective factors.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Utilize BMI measurements to assess overweight and obesity.
Management
Implement school-based nutritional programs and education on healthy lifestyles.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Regularly track BMI and associated risk factors in children and adolescents.
Risks
Increased risk of chronic diseases and psychological disorders associated with obesity.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Children and adolescents aged 6-19 years in urban and suburban areas of Hangzhou.
Focus on dietary habits, physical activity, and psychosocial support.
