Metabolic syndrome in children and adolescents |
Young Mi Hong |
Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Ewha Womans University Hospital, Seoul, Korea |
소아 및 청소년의 대사증후군 |
홍영미 |
이화대학교 의학전문대학원 소아과학교실 |
Correspondence:
Young Mi Hong, Email: hongym@chollian.net |
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Abstract |
Metabolic syndrome (MS) in children and adolescents has become a global public health problem. MS among Korean children and adolescents has been increasing significantly over the past decade.
This paper aims to provide the currently available information on the MS in children and adolescents. This review focuses on the definition, diagnostic criteria, epidemiology and pathophysiology which may be helpful for the pediatrician in early identification and management of the MS in children and adolescents. |
Key Words:
Metabolic syndrome, Children, Adolescents, Waist circumference |
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