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Bariatric Surgery

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Bariatric surgery, also known as metabolic surgery or weight loss surgery, is a group of surgical procedures used to manage obesity and related conditions. Long-term weight loss may be achieved through alteration of gut hormones, physical reduction of stomach size, reduction of nutrient absorption, or a combination of these.

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Obesity, Conditions
Source Bariatric surgery (Wikipedia)
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Bariatric surgery (Wikipedia)
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bariatric_surgery, lead section
    Bariatric surgery (also known as metabolic surgery or weight loss surgery) is a group of surgical procedures used to manage obesity and related conditions.
  • Treats: Obesity, Lead: treats Obesity
    Bariatric surgery (also known as metabolic surgery or weight loss surgery) is a group of surgical procedures used to manage obesity and related conditions.
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