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Long-term weight loss over 100 kg using step-by-step hormone-based treatment in Prader-Willi syndrome

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Abstract

Total weight loss of 58.8% (-108.7 kg) was achieved in a patient with Prader-Willi syndrome after 18 months of treatment.

  • The individual had a starting weight of 185 kg and a BMI of 59.7 kg/m².
  • Initially diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, the patient's glycated hemoglobin decreased from 8.3% to 4.9%, indicating potential diabetes remission.
  • Treatment included sequential incretin-based therapy combined with a structured hypocaloric diet and supervised exercise.
  • Mild transient gastrointestinal symptoms were reported during medication dose escalation, but no serious adverse events occurred.
  • Post-treatment bioimpedance indicated a skeletal muscle mass of 38.5 kg after significant weight loss.

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