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US insurance to increase coverage for teen weight-loss surgery by 2025?
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10-Year Study Shows Long-Term Benefits of Weight-Loss Surgery for Teens, Published in NEJM by NIH and Lurie Children's Hospital
Oct 31, 2024, 10:27 AM
A recent landmark study published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) highlights the long-term benefits of weight-loss surgery for teenagers, showing significant improvements in their health a decade post-surgery. The research, led by Dr. Ryder and colleagues, addresses a common concern regarding the long-term outcomes of metabolic surgery for severe obesity in young individuals. The study, which involved a large follow-up cohort, was supported by institutions including Lurie Children's Hospital and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It provides compelling evidence that life improves for these youths after undergoing the procedure, offering a positive outlook for the treatment of severe obesity in adolescents.
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