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Diabetes management in people undergoing metabolic-bariatric surgery: A guideline from the Joint British Diabetes Societies for Inpatient Care (JBDS-IP) Group
Diabetic Medicine, Volume: 43, Issue: 5
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Jeffrey Stephens
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The global prevalence of obesity and diabetes continues to rise, with metabolic-bariatric surgery recognised as an effective intervention for obesity and type 2 diabetes, offering potential for type 2 diabetes remission and improved glycaemic control. This guideline, developed by the Joint British D...
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