International Journal of Surgery, 2010 Obesity is fast becoming one of the world's leading health problems and together with its many associated medical sequelae significantly increases morbidity and mortality. In this review, we briefly explore the history of bariatric surgery, the benefits of surgery and the various procedures carried out.
Jaunoo, S.S., Southall, P.J.
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Quality of life and body image after bariatric and body contouring surgery [PDF]
Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica, 2023 Introduction: The demand for body contouring surgery after bariatric surgery is largely due to dissatisfaction with body image impaired by sagging and excess skin resulting from massive weight loss.
Cristina Machado Bragança Moraes +5 more
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Outcomes of Laparoscopic Gastric Greater Curvature Plication in Morbidly Obese Patients
Journal of Obesity, 2017 Background. Laparoscopic gastric greater curvature plication (LGGCP) is a restrictive bariatric procedure without gastrectomy. However, limited literature on effectiveness of gastric plication exists. Objectives.
N. Khidir +5 more
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The impact of bariatric surgery on the resolution of obstructive sleep apnoea
BMC Research Notes, 2018 Objective Obesity is associated with a high incidence of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Bariatric surgery is postulated to lead to OSA resolution, but there is inconclusive evidence on its efficacy.
Toritseju Oluwafunmilayo Sillo +8 more
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Bariatric surgery and its impact on cardiovascular disease and mortality : A systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]
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Pradhan, Ashish +13 more
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British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society Guidelines on perioperative and postoperative biochemical monitoring and micronutrient replacement for patients undergoing bariatric surgery - 2020 Update [PDF]
, 2020 Bariatric surgery is recognised as the most clinically and cost-effective treatment for people with severe and complex obesity. Many people presenting for surgery have pre-existing low vitamin and mineral concentrations.
Welbourn, Richard +66 more
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Receptivity to Bariatric Surgery in Qualified Patients
Journal of Obesity, 2016 Objectives. Bariatric surgery has been shown to be an effective intervention for weight loss and diabetes management. Despite this, many patients qualified for bariatric surgery are not interested in undergoing the procedure.
Michael Fung +3 more
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Postoperative Nutrition and Nutritional Complications in Patients with Bariatric Surgery: An Update
Endocrinology Research and Practice, 2021 Bariatric surgery is the most effective therapeutic option for long-term weight loss among patients with morbid obesity. Nutrition after bariatric surgery is a very specialized condition.
Havva SEZER, Dilek YAZICI
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Adolescent Bariatric Surgery [PDF]
Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, 2012 Pediatric obesity has increased from a relatively uncommon problem to one of the most important public health problems facing children today. Typical "adult" diseases, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, have become increasingly prevalent in the pediatric population.
Daniel S, Hsia +2 more
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Underreporting of Energy Intake and Bariatric Surgery
, 2016 Bariatric surgery changes food intake patterns, even for patients who are only on the waiting list. Because food intake is put in check, this can interfere in its reporting.
Quesada, K. +4 more
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