However, as noted by Dr Nik Ritza Kosai, an increasing number of people are now opting for an innovative, non-invasive treatment, namely the swallowable intragastric balloon (IGB).

Obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery can manage without opioids, according to a thesis from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Research is paving the way for opioid-free treatment during ...

As a result, even with a proper diet and ... of bariatric surgery, noting that it can extend patients' lives by 6-9 years compared to those who remain overweight without surgery.