- Bariatric surgery is a viable option for patients who are severely obese and are safe surgical candidates who have failed medical therapy for losing weight.
- When indicated, bariatric surgery often leads to long-term weight loss and significantly improved health.
- While there are risks, bariatric surgery is considered a relatively safe procedure, especially in centers that perform many of the procedures.
Check out the American Heart Association:
Benefits of bariatric surgery may outweigh risks for severely obese
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