Effects of Different Surgical Methods to Treat Obesity

Metabolic Effects of Different Surgical Methods to Treat Obesity

Obese patients have an increased risk for developing severe metabolic disorders. This risk can only partly be reduced by weight reduction. The investigators have in a pilot study investigated if removal of abdominal fat (visceral) in addition to weight loss has additional beneficial effects on the metabolic profile and weight loss. This study aims to further investigate if removal of abdominal fat (major omentum) leads to beneficial metabolic effects.

Inclusion Criteria:

Body mass index over 40 kg/m2

Body mass index over 35 kg/m2 with obesity associated co-morbidities such as type 2 diabetes and/or additional cardiovascular risk factors -

Exclusion Criteria:

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