Bariatric surgery is a cost-effective method of managing type 2 diabetes in moderately to severely obese patients, according to an analysis presented at the 2nd World Congress on Interventional Therapies for Type 2 Diabetes.
According to a United Press International report, Francesco Rubino, MD, said approximately 285 million people worldwide suffer from type 2 diabetes, a number that is expected to double by 2030. According to the analysis presented at the World Congress, bariatric surgery is a cost-effective treatment for the disease, costing between $15,000 and $24,000 in the U.S.
The surgery apparently also generates cost savings and health benefits, saving money in the long run as type 2 diabetes patients require less expensive care following surgery.
Read the United Press International report on bariatric surgery.
Read more on weight loss surgery:
-Study: Lap-Band Surgery Caused Complications in 40% of Patients After 12 Years
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According to a United Press International report, Francesco Rubino, MD, said approximately 285 million people worldwide suffer from type 2 diabetes, a number that is expected to double by 2030. According to the analysis presented at the World Congress, bariatric surgery is a cost-effective treatment for the disease, costing between $15,000 and $24,000 in the U.S.
The surgery apparently also generates cost savings and health benefits, saving money in the long run as type 2 diabetes patients require less expensive care following surgery.
Read the United Press International report on bariatric surgery.
Read more on weight loss surgery:
-Study: Lap-Band Surgery Caused Complications in 40% of Patients After 12 Years
-Weight Loss Centers Expect More Business Following FDA Lap Band Decision