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Insights into Bariatric Surgery, Postoperative Care & Pregnancy (Hardcover)
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Insights into Bariatric Surgery, Postoperative Care & Pregnancy (Hardcover)
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The world-wide problem of obesity has increased to epidemic
proportions over the last several decades and continues to grow.
Obesity is now a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the
western world. Due to the limited success of dieting, lifestyle
changes and medical therapy, bariatric or weight-loss surgery has
become increasingly important in the fight against obesity. At this
time, bariatric surgery -- now commonly called metabolic surgery --
has been shown to be the most effective and durable treatment for
obesity. This book provides the reader with a comprehensive,
evidenced-based and updated review of all aspects relating to
bariatric surgery. The introductory chapters provide a broad
overview of basic concepts such as the epidemiology of obesity, its
medical treatment and related psychological issues. Preoperative
evaluation of the bariatric patient and selection of the most
appropriate operation is thoroughly discussed. The different types
of operations and their risks and benefits are examined in depth.
The text also focuses on practical issues in postoperative
management and nutritional follow-up. Specific attention is given
to pre-pregnancy and pregnancy considerations including pregnancy
outcome following bariatric surgery and the optimal
bariatric-pregnancy interval. Written by international experts,
this book is a valuable resource for a broad spectrum of clinicians
and healthcare professionals dealing with obesity. It also serves
as a pragmatic reference for all those involved in the care of
bariatric or obese patients who are considering bariatric surgery.
Medical and nursing students as well as residents in surgery,
medicine, obstetrics/gynaecology, and family practice will also
benefit from it at any stage of their training.
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