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Gout

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Condition characterised by abnormally elevated levels of uric acid in the blood, recurring attacks of joint inflammation (arthritis), deposits of hard lumps of uric acid in and around the joints, and ...

American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS)

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This is the largest bariatric surgery society in the world. It was created in 1983 to "advance the art and science of bariatric surgery. " Most surgeons who have committed a major portion of their ...

American Board of Surgery

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This is the official certifying agency for American surgeons. A surgeon who is "Board Certified" has completed a recognised residency programme in general surgery and passed extremely rigorous ...

Aftercare

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A general term comprising the ongoing post-surgical fluid adjustments to the band, fluoroscopy, and nutritional counselling our patients receive.

Aerobic exercise

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Any activity involving large muscles, done for an extended period of time. Aerobic exercise can be done for weight loss, but it also provides cardiovascular benefits. Examples of aerobic exercise ...

Aerobic

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Oxygen-requiring. Aerobic bacteria need oxygen to grow. Aerobic exercise requires the heart and lungs to work harder to meet the body's increased oxygen demand.

Abdominal obesity

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Excessive fat in the abdomen indicated by a waist circumference greater than 40 inches in men and 35 inches in women.

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