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Bariatric Surgery
Obese patients with coronary artery disease can consider bariatric surgery
October 6th, 2005
Mayo Clinic researchers report in the September edition of Mayo Clinic Proceedings that bariatric surgery is a safe option for treating obese patients who have coronary artery disease. The findings are important because coronary artery disease patients can see a significant benefit with a successful procedure. The resulting weight loss is also followed by an improvement in blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and sleep apnea, all factors linked to coronary artery disease. "In essence, obese patients with coronary artery disease might be those who need this surgery the most, but get it the least," says Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, MD, Mayo...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-10-06)
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