The Bariatric Surgery Center Network, an accreditation program that is part of the American College of Surgeons, reported that one year after surgery, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy was associated with morbidity and effectiveness rates between both other procedures.
However, authors of this observational study said additional years of follow-up would be important to gauge the procedure’s effectiveness.
Read the Internal Medicine News report on bariatric surgery.
Related Articles on Bariatric Surgery:
Allergan Asks FDA to Approve Lap-Band Surgery for Teenagers
5 Surgery Center Specialties Predicted to Grow in 2011
Study: Older Patients Face Higher Risks From Bariatric Surgery
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.
