The Obesity Epidemic and Bariatric Trends

The United States has experienced a significant increase in obesity over the past several decades, including a substantial increase in obesity-related comorbidities, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and obstructive sleep apnea. With obesity reaching epidemic proportions, there has been an increasing need for surgical intervention as a treatment option. Bariatric procedures have not only contributed to the significant weight...