Research
Metabolic adaptation
Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) achieves superior comorbidity remission compared to intensive medical therapy.
MBS should be considered as a primary treatment option for patients with severe obesity and related comorbidities.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
Long-term data (e.g. SLEEVEPASS and STAMPEDE) confirm MBS achieves superior comorbidity remission compared to intensive medical therapy.
Why this rating
Based on long-term data from studies like SLEEVEPASS and STAMPEDE.
Source
The evolving landscape of metabolic surgery: An evidence-based review
Vidit Dholakia et al. · Journal of Minimal Access Surgery · 2026
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