The use of bariatric surgery for the treatment of morbid obesity has increased dramatically over the past decade, which has raised concerns about safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness.

Almost 60% of patients with obesity and preexisting anemia recovered from anemia within 6 months after bariatric surgery. Female sex, older age, and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) as the surgery type ...

A New Jersey woman who developed a neurological disorder that stems from a vitamin deficiency after bariatric surgery has agreed to a $4.9 million settlement of her medical malpractice suit.

According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), it is estimated that nearly 280,000 bariatric surgeries were performed in the U.S. in 2022, a figure that continues to ...

A new study published in the journal of Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice showed that following bariatric surgery, patients with long-standing type 2 diabetes mellitus experienced remission.

In contrast, the researchers did find a genetic link when it came to bariatric surgery, where individuals tend to lose more weight at once. The outcomes vary more significantly from person to person.

Good nutrition is an essential part of the bariatric surgery process. With guidance from our team, you'll learn about your body's nutritional needs before and after surgery, and how to build a new ...

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