Outcomes of bariatric surgery in geriatric patients ≥ 65 years: single institution study

ConclusionThe outcomes of bariatric surgery in geriatric patients in this study were similar to that in adults. Our study confirms the findings of previous published studies that bariatric surgery could be a safe and effective treatment option in a selected geriatric population.

Source: Obesity Surgery - February 5, 2019 Category: Surgery Source Type: research