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Commended for surgery, this title is a recipient of BMA Awards 2007. The leaders in the field present today's most comprehensive coverage of bariatric surgery, one of the most promising current treatments for the growing global epidemic of overweight and obesity. This brand new resource begins with a through examination of the history, incidence, demography, aetiology, biology, co-morbidities, longevity, and social and economic implications of obesity. It then discusses pre-, peri-, and postoperative issues of importance before examining the evolution of bariatric procedures. Individual chapters present the best surgical approaches, their outcomes, and other considerations involved in this surgical approach.

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<i> Overall an excellent book. This is a very well written book on an interesting aspect of surgery that is still 'in its infancy'. It has a good structure and information level. All aspects are all well-covered with good background information and coverage of all aspects of its treatment (including non-surgical). Easy to read for coverage and good reference book. </i> BMA Awards 2007

Overall an excellent book. This is a very well written book on an interesting aspect of surgery that is still 'in its infancy'. It has a good structure and information level. All aspects are all well-covered with good background information and coverage of all aspects of its treatment (including non-surgical). Easy to read for coverage and good reference book. BMA Awards 2007

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