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Is there a difference in the outcome of bariatric surgery between men and women?

April 26, 2017bariatric men outcome surgery women

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Is there a difference in the outcome of bariatric surgery between men and women?

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Both men and women respond generally well to this surgery. In general, men lose weight slightly faster than women do. It is strongly advised that women of childbearing age use the most effective forms of birth control during the first 16 to 24 months after surgery.