Obesity Disease Articles

Renal Transplantation for HIV and Obese Patients

The field of renal transplantation has been both a victim and a beneficiary of improved survival in patients with chronic medical diseases. Not more than 10 years ago, HIV and significant obesity (a body mass index above 35) were considered absolute contraindications to receiving a kidney transplant. Today these medical issues are part of the changing landscape of renal transplantation.

Bariatric Surgery: Cosmetic or Necessary?

The rise of obesity is leading to a rise in the demand of bariatric surgeries. With this rising demand comes questions of medical necessity. The article provides a summary of reviews that hinge on what is considered medically necessary or optional in terms of bariatric surgery.

Obesity Letter

Until recently, not all insurance plans have covered gastric bypass surgeries. However, as obesity reaches an increasing level of crisis in the country, this practice is changing.

What to Consider for Sleep Apnea Treatment

Because sleep apnea can be caused by a handful of different factors, treatment options vary. Understanding the cause of the sleep apnea is the first step towards deciding the best treatment option for the patient.

Battling Childhood Obesity with Bariatric Surgery

With childhood obesity becoming an ever-present epidemic, the issue of patient qualification for bariatric surgery needs to be revisited. Recent data shows that nearly 17 percent of US youth between the ages of six and 19 are considered overweight.