Bariatrics or weight loss medications? MCSC expert on the program "Your Doctor"
NewsExtra pounds is not only a matter of appearance, but also a serious health risk. Obesity increases the likelihood of developing diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, joint disease and even sleep apnea.
If traditional methods of weight loss do not help, this is a reason to consult a doctor. Based on BMI (body mass index) and the presence of concomitant diseases, he may prescribe modern drugs or consider the possibility of bariatric surgery.
Who is indicated for surgical treatment of obesity and can it be replaced by drugs for weight loss? - in the new edition of the program "Your Doctor" on NTV, the head of the Center for Bariatric Surgery MCSC named after A.S. Loginov, Ph.D. Rashid Askerkhanov told.
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