Publications by authors named "Fernanda Mitchell"
Article Synopsis
- Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is a surgical option for treating severe obesity, but early weight loss outcomes can vary and are hard to predict.
- Early weight loss (greater than 20% in the first year after surgery) is linked to better long-term weight loss and improved health outcomes.
- Data analysis shows that significant weight loss within the first year is a strong predictor of sustained weight loss after 8-12 years, while less than 10% weight loss suggests a decline in long-term results.
