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Abstract
Weight reduction alone does not fully capture treatment success in obesity management.
- Effective obesity treatment requires long-term, multidisciplinary management rather than just episodic weight-loss approaches.
- Novel incretin-based anti-obesity medications have significantly improved clinical outcomes.
- Key therapeutic outcomes include body composition, lean mass preservation, and psychological well-being.
- Lifestyle medicine, including physical activity and nutrition, may enhance the effectiveness of pharmacotherapy.
- Individualized monitoring and behavioral support are recognized as important components of successful obesity treatment.
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