Health optimisation for patients with obesity before elective orthopaedic surgery: a qualitative study of professionals’ views on restrictive approaches and future practice

Background: Preoperative health optimisation for elective surgery entails supporting patients to improve their health in preparation for their treatment and recovery. While there is consensus that this process should address obesity, approaches vary across England. Despite guidance from the National...

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Main Authors: McLaughlin, J, Kipping, R, McLeod, H, Judge, A, Owen-Smith, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2024