Weight Loss Surgery to combat Type 2 Diabetes in Obese Patients
Los Angeles, California (September 2011) – According to the International Diabetes Federation, bariatric surgery should be considered earlier in the treatment of eligible patients to help curb the complications that can be caused by diabetes. According to its position statement, under certain circumstances, the health of obese people with type 2 diabetes can substantially benefit from bariatric surgery under certain circumstances, including their glucose control and other obesity related comorbid conditions. Obesity can affect how long a person can live. Carrying excess weight increases