AUG 14, 2026 · JOURNAL ARTICLE
The association between obesity and hormonal imbalances in children: a prospective study
International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics
A prospective observational study with adequate sample size (n=325) and multivariate analysis showing associations between obesity and multiple hormonal markers in children, but lacking a comparator intervention and relying on cross-sectional associations rather than causal evidence.
Reported
Sample size325
Age range6 to 14 years
Study duration30 months (January 2024 to July 2026)