Description

Tsai et al identified risk factors associated with gallstones in men undergoing cycles of weight loss and weight regain. These can help identify a man who is at risk of cholelithiasis. The authors are from the University of Kentucky, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard University and the National Cancer Institute.


 

Risk factors for gallstones associated with weight cycling:

(1) multiple cycles of weight loss and regain

(2) number of cycles involving moderate and severe cycles

(3) rapid weight loss

(4) high starting body mass index (or weight above ideal body weight in adipose tissue)

Weight Loss (Intentional)

Cycling Level

none

NA (weight maintainer)

5 to 9 pounds

light

10 to 19 pounds

moderate

>= 20 pounds

severe

 


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