Transition patterns of weight status: A cohort study of Chinese school-age children.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Childhood overweight and obesity are increasing public concerns. However, little is known about the transition patterns of childhood weight status, especially in developing countries. In this study, we aimed to evaluate patterns of change in weight status and the risk factors among Chinese school-age children.

Methods

This retrospective cohort study included 2,334 children aged 6 years with complete 5-year (2012-2017) physical examination data in Minhang District, Shanghai. A time-homogeneous three-state Markov model was fit to the longitudinal data with dynamic outcomes (normal weight, overweight, and obesity).

Results

According to the Markov model, 42.3% of school-age children who were initially overweight transitioned to another weight status within 1 ye

SUBMITTER: Hu X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9677102 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature