Obesity, Abdominal

Overview

A condition of having excess fat in the abdomen. Abdominal obesity is typically defined as waist circumferences of 40 inches or more in men and 35 inches or more in women. Abdominal obesity raises the risk of developing disorders, such as DIABETES; HYPERTENSION; and METABOLIC SYNDROME.

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Quick facts about Obesity, Abdominal

Topic type

Condition

Category

General Healthcare

MeSH classification

C18.654.726.750.500.615|C23.888.144.699.500.063

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