Coolsculpting Side Effects Cause Disfiguring PAH Complications For Some Users: Report
A New York Times report warns of high rates of deformities and other side effects of the CoolSculpting fat-freezing procedure.
Tag Archives: Weight Loss Surgery
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Fecal Microbiota Transplants Fail to Increase Weight Loss from Bariatric Surgery: Study
The findings of a new study reveal that fecal microbiota transplants failed to increase weight loss following bariatric surgery.
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Women Who Recently Had Weight Loss Surgery Face Increased Preterm and Low Weight Birth Risks
Women who have a child within a year of weight loss surgery are more likely to give birth to a baby preterm or with low birth weight, according to the…
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Complications from Orbera and ReShape Intragastric Balloons for Weight Loss Result in Updated FDA Warnings
The FDA has added new warnings to Obera and ReShape weight loss balloons following reports of acute pancreatitis, surgical complications and deaths.
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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.
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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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Study Finds Weight Loss Surgeries Increase Risk of Gastrointestinal Complications
A new study warns that gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery could cause a number of gastrointestinal complications.
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Increasingly Popular Mini-Gastric Bypass Procedure Linked To Increased Risk Of Diarrhea, Other Stomach Problems: Study
Mini-gastric bypass surgeries are growing in popularity, but may increase the risk of complications, according to the findings of a French study.
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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.
