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LAP-BAND System surgery improves insulin resistance

A new study examining the overall and gender-related effects of LAP-BAND System surgery on insulin resistance, body composition and metabolic risk markers six months after surgery has found significant improvements in insulin resistance. The improvements occurred despite continuing obesity.

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