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01-01-2008 | Review

Bariatric Surgery: The Past, Present, and Future

Authors: Alan A. Saber, Mohamed H. Elgamal, Michael K. McLeod

Published in: Obesity Surgery | Issue 1/2008

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Abstract

Background

Our objective is to review the history and development of different procedures of bariatric surgery, along with a summary of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures today and a look on the future trends in the field of bariatric surgery.

Methods

Review of the available English language literature concerning bariatric surgery.

Results

The literature review included articles that have information about the history of bariatric surgery, different techniques used for each procedure, and the outcome of each procedure.

Conclusions

Bariatric surgery is a dynamic field. Experts are continuously searching for an ideal, minimally invasive procedure that is both safe and effective.
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Metadata
Title
Bariatric Surgery: The Past, Present, and Future
Authors
Alan A. Saber
Mohamed H. Elgamal
Michael K. McLeod
Publication date
01-01-2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Obesity Surgery / Issue 1/2008
Print ISSN: 0960-8923
Electronic ISSN: 1708-0428
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11695-007-9308-7

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