Bariatric Surgery
If you have been struggling with your weight, and diet and exercise have not yielded the desired results, there are a variety of options available to you, including bariatric surgery. Bariatric surgery may encompass a variety of procedures, which are collectively designed to help you lose weight. One common form of bariatric surgery is known as gastric bypass, which involves changing how your digestive system operates. Through these changes, your body may be better equipped to lose weight and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Bariatric surgery may also be recommended if you are experiencing health problems due to your weight. By speaking to your healthcare provider about the benefits and risks of these procedures, you can make a more informed decision about the best course of action for your personal health and wellness needs.
News
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What's Behind the Drop in US Obesity
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Reviews
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- Gloy VL, Briel M, Bhatt DL, Kashyap SR, Schauer PR, Mingrone G, Bucher HC, Nordmann AJ. Bariatric surgery versus non-surgical treatment for obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. BMJ. 2013 Oct 22;347:f5934. doi: 10.1136/bmj.f5934. PMID: 24149519; PMCID: PMC3806364.
- Courcoulas AP, Christian NJ, Belle SH, Berk PD, Flum DR, Garcia L, Horlick M, Kalarchian MA, King WC, Mitchell JE, Patterson EJ, Pender JR, Pomp A, Pories WJ, Thirlby RC, Yanovski SZ, Wolfe BM; Longitudinal Assessment of Bariatric Surgery (LABS) Consortium. Weight change and health outcomes at 3 years after bariatric surgery among individuals with severe obesity. JAMA. 2013 Dec 11;310(22):2416-25. doi: 10.1001/jama.2013.280928. PMID: 24189773; PMCID: PMC3955952.
- Brito JP, Montori VM, Davis AM. Metabolic Surgery in the Treatment Algorithm for Type 2 Diabetes: A Joint Statement by International Diabetes Organizations. JAMA. 2017 Feb 14;317(6):635-636. doi: 10.1001/jama.2016.20563. PMID: 28196240; PMCID: PMC5557277.
- Arterburn DE, Telem DA, Kushner RF, Courcoulas AP. Benefits and Risks of Bariatric Surgery in Adults: A Review. JAMA. 2020 Sep 1;324(9):879-887. doi: 10.1001/jama.2020.12567. PMID: 32870301.
References:
- Wikipedia Bariatric surgery. Accessed September 2023
- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Accessed September 2023
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. “Bariatric Surgery Procedures.” Accessed September 2023