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The evolution of minimally invasive bariatric surgery
Andrew J Batchelder1, Robert Williams, Christopher Sutton
1Department of General Surgery, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, UK.
The Journal of Surgical Research
|March 26, 2013
Summary
Bariatric surgery has evolved from dietary changes to advanced minimally invasive procedures. Current techniques offer varying weight loss success and complication rates, with biliopancreatic diversion showing the greatest efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Surgical Innovation
- Public Health
Background:
- Obesity presents a global health crisis, contributing to substantial illness and death.
- Historical review of weight management strategies, from diet to surgical interventions.
- Focus on the evolution and outcomes of minimally invasive bariatric procedures.

