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Genetics of Obesity in Chinese Youngs

Study of Clinical Characteristics and Genetic Susceptibility in Chinese Obese Youngs


Sponsor

Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Enrollment

8,000 participants

Start Date

Mar 1, 2009

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The purpose of this study is to explore the pathogenesis and genetic susceptibility of obese subjects,providing a convincing argument for further treatment of obesity and metabolic syndrome.


Eligibility

Min Age: 14 YearsMax Age: 30 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

  • body mass index (BMI)≥ 30kg/m2
  • predominantly east China to minimize population stratification
  • willing and able to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria6

  • pregnancy/lactation
  • Cushing syndrome
  • Hypothyroidism
  • obesity caused by pituitary and hypothalamic lesions
  • drug related obesity
  • history of major psychiatric illness

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Locations(1)

Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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