Cost-effectiveness of enhanced recovery pathway in bariatric surgery: It is not all about length of stay

The prevalence of obesity is on the rise, currently affecting more than one third of the U.S. population [1]. The risk of obesity stems from the morbidities to which it predisposes, such as type 2 diabetes (T2D), coronary artery disease, and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) [2 –4]. Randomized controlled trials have shown the limited efficacy and durability of various lifestyle modifications and medical interventions for treatment of severe obesity [5,6]. Bariatric surgery, on the other hand, has been shown to be safe with robust, long-term outcomes [6–8].
Source: Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Original article Source Type: research