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Bariatric surgery in the management of obesity Flashcards

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average BMI for those having bariatric surgery

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49

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intra-gastric balloon

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hollow silicon band placed around the stomach at the upper end

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advantages of intra-gastric balloon

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removable

BMI much lower

nonoperative weight loss option

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disadvantages of intra gastric balloon

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potential weight gain after removal

hiatus hernia, anticoagulation

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