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A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of the stomach prolapses through the diaphragmatic esophageal hiatus. Even though it is believed that the major cause of hiatal hern [...]

There is a paucity of data on bariatric surgery (BS) prior to spine surgery. Some literature suggests that bariatric surgery (BS) prior to spine surgery may be cost-effec [...]

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) alters the stomach and intestine in ways that reduce caloric intake and absorption. These changes can also decrease absorption of nutrient [...]

Contains labeled sketches of the digestive system including the esophagus, stomach, liver and anus. Also includes two drawings of the heart and one of teeth.

With obesity rates steadily increasing over time, a thorough understanding of the causes and factors that perpetuate this condition is essential to finding effective trea [...]

Obesity is one of the leading causes of preventable disease and death in the United States. Obesity treatment is critical for mitigating the detrimental effects of obes [...]

Weight stigma is defined as assigning negative attributes to individuals based on their weight status and includes both overt and subtle acts of discrimination. Although [...]