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Ep. 475 Bariatric Embolization for Obesity Management with Dr Cliff Weiss

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Harnessing Hormones: The Art of Weight Loss Surgery

Following weight loss surgery, patients typically experience maximum weight loss within six to nine months, after which they tend to stabilize, with fewer experiencing significant rebounds compared to other treatment methods. Advanced surgical techniques, such as Roux-en-Y and sleeve gastrectomy, have a dual effect: they restrict stomach capacity and significantly reduce the production of ghrelin, a hormone linked to hunger. Although the precise mechanisms of these procedures remain partially understood, hormonal and functional assessments reveal their critical roles in sustaining weight management.

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