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Bariatrics
New findings in bariatrics described from University of Pittsburgh, Cardiovascular Institute
December 28th, 2008
Data detailed in 'Safety and efficacy of bariatric surgery in morbidly obese patients with severe systolic heart failure' have been presented. "Morbid obesity (MO) is a risk factor for congestive heart failure (CHF). The presence of MO impairs functional status and disqualifies patients for cardiac transplantation," scientists in the United States report. "Bariatric surgery (BAS) is a frontline, durable treatment for MO; however, the safety and efficacy of BAS in advanced CHF is unknown. We hypothesized that by utilizing a coordinated approach between an experienced surgical team and heart failure specialists, BAS is safe in patients with advanced systolic CHF and...
Source: Heart Disease Weekly (2008-12-28)
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