Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Morbid Obesity
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Imaging and Theranostics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 2
Special Issue Editor
Interests: bariatric surgery; obesity management; postoperative care; metabolic health; medical education
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Morbid obesity, defined by a body mass index (BMI) ≥40 kg/m2 or ≥35 kg/m2 with obesity-related comorbidities, presents complex diagnostic challenges that demand a multidisciplinary approach. This Special Issue explores cutting-edge strategies for accurate assessment, emphasizing the integration of anthropometric, metabolic, imaging, and biochemical markers to refine phenotyping and risk stratification. Key themes include the limitations of BMI, the role of visceral adiposity imaging, genetic and epigenetic profiling, and the impact of comorbidities such as metabolic syndrome and obstructive sleep apnea. By bridging gaps between clinical evaluation and advanced diagnostics, this collection aims to enhance early identification and personalized management frameworks for high-risk populations.
Dr. Justyna Domienik-Karłowicz
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- morbid obesity
- obesity diagnosis
- body composition analysis
- visceral adiposity
- metabolic syndrome
- biomarkers in obesity
- genetic predisposition
- comorbidity assessment
- imaging techniques
- risk stratification
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