Catalog

Leptin-related genetic obesity

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Link to WHO Definition

Leptin-related genetic obesity – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/27162345

A disease caused by genetic mutation of the genes for leptin, the leptin receptor, or the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma. This disease is characterised by a body mass index greater than or equal to 30.0 kg/m². Confirmation is by genetic testing.