Tag: liver disease

Study: Bariatric surgery offers cost, survival benefits for cirrhosis patients

Editor's Note Bariatric surgery improves survival and appears cost-effective over a decade for patients with obesity and compensated cirrhosis, according to an April 18 report in Healio. The findings, based on an analysis published in JAMA Surgery, suggest that bariatric surgery could fill a crucial gap in care for this…

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By: Matt Danford
April 23, 2025
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Study: Bariatric surgery beats lifestyle changes for patients with cirrhosis, obesity

Editor's Note New research shows bariatric surgery may offer better outcomes and lower overall spending than lifestyle changes for patients with cirrhosis, especially mild cases, Medscape reported April 9. The article focuses on a study published in Jama Surgery detailing both the survival benefits and long-term cost-effectiveness for patients with…

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By: Matt Danford
April 11, 2025
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