{"product_id":"a-practical-guide-to-bariatric-surgery-9780387691701","title":"A Practical Guide to Bariatric Surgery","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Ninh T. Nguyen\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Springer\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Springer\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Surgery - Laparoscopic \u0026amp; Robotic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the Back Cover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eObesity is an epidemic in most developed countries. Bariatric surgery is growing at an exponential rate, with more than 140,000 bariatric operations performed in the U.S. yearly. In keeping with the other manuals in the series, \u003cem\u003eThe SAGES Manual of Bariatric Surgery\u003c\/em\u003e presents a practical \"how to\" approach to minimally invasive bariatric surgery. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe patient care needs are addressed in introductory chapters dealing with the rationale for surgery; overview of operations; preoperative assessment; psychological evaluation; and postoperative follow up, including behavioral issues and dietary guidelines. The editors then address the practicalities of setting up a bariatric program and both case and practice management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe subsequent sections cover techniques (Roux-en-Y, Lap-Band, malabsorptive operations and staged procedures), outcomes (including adolescent cases), and possible complications (leaks, bleeding, obstruction, stomas). These procedural chapters allow the reader to make decisions based on the evidence and best practices.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinally, the \u003cem\u003eManual\u003c\/em\u003e wraps up with guidelines and accreditation requirements in bariatric surgery. This section stresses the importance of continuing education and consistent certifications. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45274773848215,"sku":"9780387691701","price":6610.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780387691701.webp?v=1769280907","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/a-practical-guide-to-bariatric-surgery-9780387691701","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}