How successful is nonsurgical treatment of obesity

How successful is nonsurgical treatment of obesity?

Evidence suggests that nonsurgical treatment (diet/behavior modification, exercise programs, and psychological support) for morbid obesity has a > 90% long-term failure rate. Pharmacologic therapy for morbid obesity, although improving, has been hampered by serious side effects, lack of insurance coverage, and, overall, disappointing results.

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