Meta-analysis reveals reduced upper gastrointestinal cancer risk post bariatric surgery, suggesting potential benefits in cancer prevention.
Bariatric surgery appears to reduce the risk of oesophageal, liver, and gallbladder cancers, supporting a role in both weight management and cancer prevention. Standardization in reporting surgical procedures is needed to clarify effects by bariatric surgery type.
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