Obesity and Diabetes

Research on obesity and diabetes described by scientists at Monash University

Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, July 20th, 2009

According to a study from Melbourne, Australia, "Indications for bariatric surgery have been clear for some time and many would say that they are conservative. Unfortunately few eligible candidates seek or are referred for bariatric surgery, with less than 1% currently treated annually."

"In recent years, the evidence base supporting surgical therapy has strengthened with demonstrable improvements in both safety and efficacy. We now have evidence of remarkable improvements in health, quality of life, and increased life expectancy. There is continued frustration with the poor efficacy of non-surgical therapies and no indication that this is about to change. A caring...

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Source: Obesity and Diabetes Week (2009-07-20)

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