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GLP-1 RAs efficacious for weight loss in overweight, obesity without diabetes
For adults with overweight or obesity without diabetes, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are efficacious for weight loss, according to a review published online Jan. 7 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Adenosquamous Carcinoma of the Gallbladder: A Rare Surgical Entity
Gallbladder cancer (GBC), while infrequent, is the predominant malignancy of the biliary tract.
Intermittent fasting aids weight loss and boosts heart health in obesity, study finds
A team of scientists has shown that intermittent fasting (reducing the number of hours of intake and extending the hours of fasting each day) is an effective method for losing weight and improves cardiovascular health in people with obesity problems.
Survey finds over half of Americans are unaware that bariatric surgery can improve fertility
"When female patients are struggling with obesity and pregnancy, there is typically a correlation between their weight and infertility."
Hernia Repair Surgery
Learn about a minimally invasive option for hernia surgery. Common hernia procedures include ventral (abdominal) and inguinal (groin) hernia repair.
Association between circadian syndrome and gallstones in US adult: a cross-sectional study of NHANES 2017–2020
The circadian syndrome is linked with chronic diseases such as stroke, kidney stones, and overactive bladder.
Fasting, eating earlier in the day or eating fewer meals—what works best for weight loss?
Modifying your diet is important for managing obesity and preventing weight gain. This might include reducing your calorie intake, changing your eating patterns and prioritizing healthy food. But is one formula for weight loss more likely to result in success than another? Our new research compared three weight-loss methods, to see if one delivered more weight loss than the others.
Gallstone Ileus as an Occult Cause of Small Bowel Obstruction and Subsequent Large Bowel Obstruction: A Report of a Rare Case
Gallstone ileus, a rare cause of mechanical bowel obstruction, occurs due to the formation of a cholecystenteric fistula allowing gallstones to migrate into the gastrointestinal tract.
Early weight loss with tirzepatide predictive of larger cardiometabolic benefits later on
Tirzepatide confers significant weight loss and cardiometabolic benefits for patients with diabetes and overweight or obesity, especially for those who lose more weight earlier during treatment
Remnant Gallbladder Resection after Subtotal Cholecystectomy Is Challenging but Effective
Removal of the remnant gallbladder following subtotal cholecystectomy is needed in a small number of patients; the most common reason for remnant cholecystectomy is recurrent gallbladder pain or cholecystitis.
