Bariatric surgery

Bariatric surgery for weight loss likely to improve mobility, lower heart rate

A study has revealed that obese teenagers who undergo bariatric surgery for weight loss are more likely to walk faster, have less walking-related muscular pain and lower heart rates in six months following the surgery.

Jul 19, 2016, 23:57 PM IST

Weight loss from bariatric surgery could reverse premature ageing: Study

A new study found that weight loss from bariatric surgery appears to reverse the premature ageing associated with obesity.

Jul 08, 2016, 23:46 PM IST

Pain, physical function improve after weight-loss surgery

The assessments were conducted prior to surgery and annually thereafter.

Apr 10, 2016, 19:20 PM IST

Sun exposure impacts weight-loss surgery results

Seasonal sun exposure plays a substantial role in how well people do after weight loss surgery.

Dec 23, 2015, 13:55 PM IST

Weight-loss surgery goes long way in cutting diabetes, heart risk

Bariatric surgery delivered in routine clinical practice in the UK is associated with a substantial initial weight loss that is sustained for at least four years after surgery, according to the study.

Dec 23, 2015, 10:26 AM IST