Types of Bariatric Surgery for Teens (IMAGE)

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Types of Bariatric Surgery for Teens

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Data from the national Teen-LABS study suggests that vertical sleeve procedures should be the first-line option when teens with severe obesity need surgical intervention.

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Cincinnati Children's

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