May 1, 2011

New risk calculator predicts bariatric surgery morbidity

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Anew risk calculator allows surgeons to model and predict the risk of complications for individual patients after bariatric surgery, a new study reports. Available free online, the risk calculator will aid in surgical decision making and help patients better prepare…
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