Which mesh is best? New research model projects outcomes for abdominal ventral hernia repair patients
Repair of ventral hernias—hernias of the abdominal wall—is among the most commonly performed operations, but not all meshes used in these procedures are created equal, with varying outcomes and costs for each option, according to researchers from the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Growing number of US adolescents receive weight-loss surgery
Weight-loss surgeries for adolescents increased 15% in the U.S. between 2021 and 2023, even as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved effective new weight-loss medications for this age group
Study highlights importance of exercise for children with congenital diaphragmatic hernia
A study by Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan suggests the importance of tailored exercise programs for school-age children born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), a defect in the diaphragm that causes the abdominal organs to herniate into the chest cavity.
Midlife weight loss linked to longer, healthier lives
Losing weight via lifestyle adjustments can deliver significant long-term health benefits, without the need for surgery or anti-obesity drugs.
Bariatric surgery: Different benefits for people with an increased risk of diabetes
More than 2.5 billion adults worldwide are overweight or obese. Many develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) and other complications. Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment option for significantly reducing weight and reducing the risk of complications.