Surgical treatment of morbid obesity.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Morbid obesity significantly reduces life span and is associated with much co-morbid pathology. Diet, behavioural therapy and drug therapy are largely unsuccessful. Surgical treatment offers the best hope. This review summarizes the rationale for treatment and the available surgical options.
Medical subject headings
- Obesity, Morbid