Journal of the American College of Cardiology

Research Indicates Weight Loss Surgery More Effective in Controlling Hypertension Rates

A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that among obese individuals with uncontrolled high blood pressure, bariatric surgery is more effective at lowering hypertension rates than blood pressure medication. Compared to individuals who only took antihypertensive medications, those who underwent bariatric surgery had lower...