Preoperative weight loss in patients with indication of bariatric surgery: which is the best method? Pérdida de peso preoperatoria en pacientes con indicación de cirugía bariatrica: ¿Qué método es mejor?

Background: Surgery is the only effective treatment for people with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 40 Kg/m² or even greater than 35 Kg/m² when some diseases like diabetes or hypertension appear. In order to minimize surgical risk and improve postoperative results, preoperative preparation it&#...

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Main Authors: M. Adrianzén Vargas, N. Cassinello Fernández, J. Ortega Serrano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Arán Ediciones, S. L. 2011-12-01
Series:Nutrición Hospitalaria
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Online Access:http://scielo.isciii.es/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0212-16112011000600005