Surgical Management of Obesity
Obesity has become a global epidemic, with over two-thirds of adults in Western and resource-rich countries classified as overweight or obese. It is the second-largest public health concern after smoking, contributing to numerous comorbidities such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, and certain cancers. Severe obesity reduces life expectancy by 5–20 years and […]
