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Bariatric surgery is effective for weight loss and improvement in hyperglycemia in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
Bariatric surgery can be considered a viable option for managing weight and blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.
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Observational and randomized studies provide robust data on the efficacy of bariatric surgery for weight loss and improvement in hyperglycemia.
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Based on observational and randomized studies mentioned in the abstract.
Source
An update on the role of bariatric surgery in diabetes management
Samir Malkani · Current Opinion in Endocrinology Diabetes and Obesity · 2015
DOI 10.1097/med.0000000000000143
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