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Lap Band Surgery May Be Effective For Obese Teenagers

February 24th, 2010 · No Comments

Being overweight or obese is difficult enough for adults, but for children and adolescents, it can be especially harmful, both for now and in years to come. However, new research offers hope that one type of surgery, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (Lap band), may greatly improve the health of teenagers struggling with morbid obesity.
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Lap Band Surgery May Be Most Effective For Morbidly Obese Teenagers

January 4th, 2010 · No Comments

Lap Band Surgery May Be Most Effective For Morbidly Obese Teenagers
Being overweight or obese is difficult enough for adults, but for children and adolescents, it can be especially harmful, both for now and in years to come. However, new research offers hope that one type of surgery, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (Lap band), may greatly [...]

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Is There A Surgical Cure For Metabolic Syndrome?

August 2nd, 2009 · No Comments

Here’s a bit of good news for obese men and women. According to new research, undergoing gastric bypass surgery may dramatically reduce – and even cure — the potentially deadly condition known as metabolic syndrome.
Metabolic syndrome is actually a group of conditions associated with increased risks of other harmful conditions, including stroke, diabetes and cardiovascular [...]

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A Revolutionary Procedure May Keep Surgical Weight Loss Off, For Good

June 24th, 2009 · No Comments

Today, more and more overweight and especially obese people are turning to weight loss surgery to drop excess pounds. Indeed, these various procedures have proven their effectiveness at enabling men and women to lose weight and, more importantly, to improve their overall health. Unfortunately, many recipients gain back this lost weight, despite their best efforts. [...]

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Weight Loss Surgery, In Under Two Hours? It’s No Dream!

April 21st, 2009 · No Comments

Whether you’re undergoing a procedure for weight loss, enlarged tonsils or something cosmetic, let’s face facts; it’s still surgery. And that means that there are a host of factors to consider, such as cost, health complications, and transportation needs, just to name a few. But for those considering weight loss surgery, one troublesome element – [...]

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Diet After Diet… Why Not Consider Weight Loss Surgery?

April 21st, 2009 · No Comments

In the twisting journey to lose weight, does it seem like you’re experimenting with a never-ending series of diets and eating plans … all to no effect? Well, recent studies show that it may not be your imagination. But they also shed further light on the potentially life-changing benefits of weight loss surgery!
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After Bariatric Surgery, Your Bone Health Is Vital

October 27th, 2008 · No Comments

Are you considering weight loss surgery? Or, have you already undergone a procedure? Either way, you need to “bone up” on certain health-related matters. A growing body of research shows that overweight and/or obese patients need to be informed of the long-term condition of their bones.
According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical [...]

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Research Shows A Link Between Bariatric Surgery & Increased Hernia Risks

October 27th, 2008 · No Comments

As you well know, the valuable health benefits of weight loss surgery have been proven time and time again. However, there are potential drawbacks to consider. Now, new research suggests that morbidly obese patients undergoing bariatric procedures may face an increased risk of developing a hernia.
A ground-breaking study explored the connection between undergoing rapid and [...]

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Knife-Free Bariatric Surgery May Soon Be a Reality

October 1st, 2008 · No Comments

Undergoing bariatric surgery has been shown to impart many advantages for men and women battling obesity. But despite its many potential benefits, it is still surgery. So, any methods for minimizing these procedures’ pain and discomfort would be very welcome. Well, there may be good news for morbidly obese men and women, in the form [...]

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Bariatric Surgery May Lead To Dramatic Insurance Savings

October 1st, 2008 · No Comments

Here’s some good news for those men and women considering bariatric surgery. You may be in for some dramatic financial benefits, as well as those for your health!
These procedures may help to reduce the development of other health conditions suffered from morbidly obese men and women. As a result, these patients’ insurance claims may be [...]

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