Not in the traditional sense, anyway
The mechanism of the gut-brain axis in regulating food intake
Another common physiological response to both RYGB and VSG is the significant increase in total and various sub-species of plasma bile acids (55, 124, 212)
However, EHR data showed smaller changes in BMI compared with baseline, with a median BMI % of 5.79%, which is significantly less than that reported in the self-report surveys (11.8%, P = 2.4 10 55 )
Best practices include: Setting realistic expectations at initiation Documenting and tracking tolerability Adjusting or switching medications based on response Collaborating with dietitians and other care team members Supporting your patients through each stage of therapy leads to greater confidence and continuity
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