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Background: Although improved recently, the public is generally unaware of current scientific knowledge in bariatrics and the availability of surgery for massive obesity. As bariatric professionals we recognize the need for this education. Understanding the patient's socio-economic, demographic and psychological make-up and lifestyle preferences is a crucial element. Methods: 1200 obesity surgery...
Background: This study is a retrospective analysis of 76 patients who underwent vertical banded gastroplasty (VBG), in order to determine whether preoperative weight gain correlates with lesser postoperative weight loss. Methods: Patients were divided into two groups: those patients who did not gain a significant amount of weight during the preoperative period (group 1), and those patients who gained...
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