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Bariatrics
Scientists at University of Nebraska, Department of Surgery detail research in bariatrics
December 30th, 2006
New investigation results, "Short bowel syndrome following bariatric surgical procedures," are detailed in a study published in The American Journal of Surgery. According to a study from the United States, "Short bowel syndrome (SBS) is a potential postoperative complication that is occurring with increasing frequency after bariatric procedures (BP). As long-term follow-up data are available, unusual long-term complications are being identified." "Our goal was to examine the mechanisms and outcomes of patients with SBS following BP. We retrospectively reviewed our SBS database for patients following BP and examined their demographics, indications for resection, clinical...
Source: Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week (2006-12-30)
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