Research
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Bariatric surgery demonstrates durability of outcomes over decades, while pharmacotherapy often requires lifelong administration to maintain weight loss.
Bariatric surgery may provide more sustainable weight loss results compared to medications.
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BMS demonstrates durability over decades, pharmacotherapy often requires lifelong administration to maintain weight loss.
Why this rating
Based on long-term studies.
Source
Bariatric Surgery in the Era of Obesity Management Medication: A Paradigm Shift or a Complementary Tool?
Randeep Wadhawan · Journal of Bariatric Surgery · 2024
DOI 10.4103/jbs.jbs_17_24
Meta-analysisCited 1×
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