Summary
Metabolic surgery (gastric restriction [sleeve gastrectomy and gastric banding], a combination approach using Roux-en-Y gastric banding, and the malabsorption method using a duodenal switch) can effectively and safely reduce weight, achieve diabetes remission, reduce comorbidities, and improve quality of life in obese individuals.
- metabolic surgery
- obesity
- gastric banding
- duodenal switch
- sleeve gastrectomy
- type 2 diabetes mellitus
- endoluminal devices
- endoscopic bariatric therapies
- endobarriers
- glycemic control
- gastroenterology procedures
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