Comparative Effects of Medical Versus Surgical Weight Loss on Body Composition: a Pilot Randomized Trial

ConclusionsAt similar WL, AGB lost more LM and VAT than MWL; RYGB similarly lost more VAT. Given the metabolic benefits of reducing VAT and retaining LM, larger studies should confirm the changes in BC after surgical versus medical WL.Clinical Trial RegistrationNCTDK089557 –ClinicalTrials.gov
Source: Obesity Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research