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- Bariatric Endoscopy byISBN: 9781441917096Publication Date: 2013-02-06To date, diet programs and medical therapies for the treatment of obesity have had limited success. Bariatric surgery, however, provides a means of effective weight loss for many of those with morbid obesity. Most of these weight loss procedures are performed with a variety of techniques that continue to evolve. Each technique is associated with unique challenges and complications and it is important for the clinician to be knowledgeable about the endoscopic management of these patients. ... Endoscopic therapy may soon allow less invasive bariatric revision procedures as well as a variety of primary obesity therapies .. "Bariatric Endoscopy" reviews the management of obesity, normal post-surgical anatomy, endoscopic and medical management of post-surgical complications, and future endoscopic therapies ... The volume covers an obesity overview, traditional therapy, endoscopy and the bariatric patient, medical management of post-surgical complications, and the future role of endoscopy in obesity management. Detailed illustrations are also provided ...
- Innovative Technologies and Non-Invasive Procedures in Bariatric Surgery byISBN: 9782817804033Publication Date: 2013-03-19The majority of the obese population still does not take advantage of the available surgical possibilities. Clinical research should be oriented towards less invasive procedures that could be accepted by the mainstream.In 2012, most non-invasive bariatric techniques are still not standardized or sufficiently assessed, but they are being constantly upgraded.The purpose of this book is to spark a discussion between experts from around the world, and to gather relevant information on new technologies that will make it possible to enlarge the vision of bariatric care to a growing number of morbid obese and non-morbid obese patients.
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- Bariatric Surgery byCall Number: WI 900 B252 2011ISBN: 9781848165885Publication Date: 2011-02-21Over the last two decades, obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the world, resulting in suffering and premature death. Morbid obesity is a chronic medical illness that has long-reaching consequences and is caused by multiple factors. Bariatric surgery and other non-invasive procedures in carefully selected patients are effective treatments for obesity. It is the only tool for sustained and effective long-term weight loss. The field of surgery is developing rapidly - offering innovative options for patients who have failed to lose weight by diet, exercise and pharmacological methods. The editors review problems that the patients face in the perioperative period and in the long term, as well as their adjustments in lifestyle and healthcare management. The text is authored by authorities who participate in the multidisciplinary care of bariatric patients. It will address the assessment and selection of patients' treatment before surgery, options for surgical intervention and postoperative medical management.
- Bariatric surgery : a primer for your medical practice byCall Number: Countway Medicine WD 210 B252 2006ISBN: 9781556427367
- Minimally invasive bariatric surgery byCall Number: Countway Medicine WD 210 M655 2007ISBN: 9780387680583
- The SAGES manual : a practical guide to bariatric surgery byCall Number: Countway Medicine WI 900 S1288 2008
- Surgical management of obesity byCall Number: Countway Medicine WD 210 S9659 2007