Obesity associated with hypothalamic dysfunction was initially described in patients with craniopharyngioma. Hypothalamic obesity may also result from brain radiation, infection (eg, tuberculosis), ...
FDA approval establishes setmelanotide as the first labeled option for acquired hypothalamic obesity, addressing a population ...
Hypothalamic obesity is a complex condition that doesn’t always respond to traditional weight loss methods. Medications, hormonal therapy, and surgery may be necessary to see results. Hypothalamic ...
First and only FDA-approved therapy for the treatment of acquired hypothalamic obesity, a rare disease characterized by accelerated and sustained weight gain caused by hypothalamic injury or ...
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a multifaceted disorder that impacts approximately 20–25% of the global population. This syndrome encompasses a range of conditions, including obesity, type 2 diabetes ...
Acquired hypothalamic obesity is typically precipitated by hypothalamic insult from tumors, treatment, trauma, stroke, or ...
This is due to epigenetic components: microRNA, histone and DNA methylation, gene mutations that alter the expression and production of the neurotrophic factor BDNF, which interacts with the receptors ...
European Commission decision anticipated in second quarter of 2026 -- BOSTON, March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rhythm ...