Link Between Bariatric Surgery and Colorectal Cancer Risk Evaluated in New Study
Bariatric surgery may decrease the risk of colorectal cancer, according to the findings of a new study.
Tag Archives: Lap-Band
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Weight Loss Surgery Risks and Benefits Outlined in FDA Discussion Paper
The FDA is looking for input on new guidance on how to weigh the risks and benefits for devices used in weight loss surgery.
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Bariatric Surgery Revision More Common After Banding, Vertical Banded Gastroplasty: Study
A new study finds that patients who undergo gastric banding or vertical banding weight loss surgery are more likely to need revision surgery or convert to gastric bypass later.
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Gastric Bypass More Effective Than Sleeves, Bands for Weight Loss, But Carry More Risks: Study
A new study finds that gastric bypass may be the most effective form of weight loss surgery, but also carries the highest risk of adverse events.
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Bariatric Surgery May Increase Risk of Suicide: Study
A new study warns that bariatric surgery may be linked to an increased risk of suicidal behavior and self-harm.
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Weight Loss Surgery May Increase Risk of Suicide Attempts: Study
Patients who undergo weight loss surgery are more likely to attempt suicide, according to the findings of a recent study.
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Bariatric Surgery Side Effects May Carry Hidden Pregnancy Risks: Study
A new study found both risks and benefits for pregnant women who undergo bariatric weight loss surgery.
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Bariatric Surgery Linked to Acute Pancreatitis Risk
A new study finds that bariatric surgery appears to increase the risk of acute pancreatitis.
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Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery May Change How You Taste Food: Study
New research indicates that some bariatric surgery patients experience a loss in taste intensity, but that also contributes to their losing weight.
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Gastric Bypass Linked to More Weight Loss, More Complications, Than Lap Bands: Study
A new study reveals that gastric bypass surgery results in more weight loss than gastric banding, but also poses more risks.
