Self-Reported Disability in Adults with Severe Obesity

• Main Authors: I. Kyrou (Author), G. Osei-Assibey (Author), N. Williams (Author), R. Thomas (Author), L. Halder (Author), S. Taheri (Author), P. Saravanan (Author), S. Kumar (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2011-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Self-reported disability in performing daily life activities was assessed in adults with severe obesity (BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2) using the Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ). 262 participants were recruited into three BMI groups: Group I: 35-39.99 kg/m2; Group II: 40-44.99 kg/m2; Group III: ≥45.0 kg/m2....