Research
Metabolic adaptation
The surgical group experienced a significant reduction in HbA1c from 9.1% to 6.3% over 5 years.
Metabolic surgery can significantly improve glycemic control in this patient population.
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their mean (SD) HbA1c decreased from 9.1% (2.1%) to 6.3% (1.1%) of total Hb.
Why this rating
The study provides clear data on glycemic control over time.
Source
Effect of Bariatric Surgery vs Medical Treatment on Type 2 Diabetes in Patients With Body Mass Index Lower Than 35
Chih‐Cheng Hsu et al. · JAMA Surgery · 2015
cohort · n=351Cited 92×
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