Healthcare utilisation in overweight and obese children: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to systematically analyse the association of overweight and obesity with health service utilisation during childhood.

Data sources

PubMed, MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE and Web of Science.

Methods

Observational studies published up to May 2020 that assessed the impact of overweight and obesity on healthcare utilisation in children and adolescents were included. Studies were eligible for inclusion if the included participants were ≤19 years of age. Findings from all included studies were summarised narratively. In addition, rate ratios (RRs) and 95% CIs were calculated in a meta-analysis on a subgroup of eligible studies.

Outcome measures

Included studies reported association of weight status with healthcare util

SUBMITTER: Hasan T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7545624 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature