Abstract
Successful reduction of body weight in patients with morbid obesity (BMI >40 kg/m 2) is difficult and on a long-term basis nearly impossible with noninterventional treatment modalities. Surgical therapy is an efficient alternative for these patients. Potential surgical treatment should be carefully evaluated during a 6-month preoperative treatment phase during which indications and contraindications should be evaluated. Qualified postoperative care must be provided.
| Translated title of the contribution | Bariatric surgery. Patient selection and indication |
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| Original language | German |
| Pages (from-to) | 653-657 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Chirurg |
| Volume | 76 |
| Issue number | 7 |
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| State | Published - Jul 2005 |
