In the battle against the expanding empire of obesity, researchers delved into hepatic vagotomy’s (HV) potential to rewrite the cholesterol story. Following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, the HV squad at the six-month checkpoint showcased a significant victory with lower total cholesterol/high-density lipoprotein (TC/HDL) ratios. While not all hypotheses stood strong, the study unveiled a promising narrative of improved lipid profiles in the HV realm. Ready for a lipid makeover? HV might hold the key in the fight against obesity’s metabolic consequences.
Journal Article by Catinis AM, Hinojosa AJ, Leonardi C and Cook MW in Obes Surg
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