Lancet Definition vs Other Criteria for Obesity Diagnosis in Adults

JAMA Network Open 2026 Open access

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Authors: Aayush Visaria, Douglas Corsi, Dylon Patel, Keerthana Kesavarapu, Ethan A. Halm, Jeffrey Carson, Soko Setoguchi
DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.27738
Cited by: 1
References: 8

Abstract

This diagnostic study compares the diagnostic accuracy of the Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology Commission on Obesity definition of obesity with that of other definitions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Bariatric Surgery and Outcomes Obesity and Health Practices Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins

Publication details

Journal / source
JAMA Network Open
Publisher
American Medical Association (AMA)
Volume
9
Issue
8
Pages
e2627738–e2627738
Publication date
7 August 2026
Language
EN