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Obesity is defined as a BMI of more than 30 kg/m2 and is a prevalent chronic disease.
Healthcare practitioners should recognize obesity as a significant health challenge.
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Obesity (defined as a BMI of more than 30 kg/m2) is arguably the most prevalent and morbid chronic disease challenging healthcare systems around the world.
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Has the tide turned on bariatric surgery?
Wendy A. Brown · British journal of surgery · 2022
DOI 10.1093/bjs/znac043
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