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Sarah R Barenbaum1, Alice S Zhao2, Katherine H Saunders1
1Comprehensive Weight Control Center, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Introduction:
Bariatric surgery is the most effective intervention currently available for significant and durable weight loss, but weight regain after surgery is not uncommon. This paper focuses on updates in behavioral interventions and pharmacotherapy to combat weight regain after bariatric surgery.
Areas Covered:
This paper critically reviews both prospective and retrospective studies assessing pharmacotherapy in post-bariatric surgical patients published within the past 5 years. It also evaluates updates in behavioral therapies and delivery of the therapies in this patient population.
Expert Opinion:
Weight regain after bariatric surgery is common. Patients who experience weight regain should be evaluated and treated by a multidisciplinary team. Antiobesity pharmacotherapy should be considered for those who qualify as an adjunct to lifestyle modifications, along with behavioral interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
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