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February 2, 2026BMC Health Services Research0 citationsOpen Access

Estimation of direct and indirect costs associated with obesity treatment interventions among adult populations in Iran

FSFaezeh Valaei SharifJahrom University of Medical Sciences ZSZahra SharifJahrom University of Medical Sciences NYNazila YousefiShahid Beheshti University

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To estimate the direct and indirect costs associated with obesity treatment interventions in adult populations in Iran.
Compared costs of surgical interventions and pharmacotherapy
Analyzed direct medical and non-medical costs
Examined indirect costs across all interventions
Surgical interventions had higher total costs compared to pharmacotherapy
LSG (Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy) incurred substantial direct medical costs
Pharmacotherapy involved higher direct non-medical costs
Indirect costs significantly contributed across all treatment options

Abstract

Surgical interventions incurred higher total costs than pharmacotherapy, primarily due to substantial direct medical costs associated with LSG. Pharmacotherapy exhibited relatively higher direct non-medical costs, and indirect costs were a notable contributor across all interventions. These findings shed light on the economic burden of obesity and advocate for further exploration of costs related to lifestyle modifications and long-term assessments. The data supports future cost-effectiveness studies, aiding decision-making in obesity management.

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