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Legacy of the Tehran Obesity Treatment Study: Findings from 10 Years Bariatric Surgery Survey.
CONTEXT: This paper aims to review the findings of the Tehran Obesity Treatment Study (TOTS) on obesity and bariatric surgery (BS).
EVIDENCE ACQUISITION: The objective of this review is to assess all aspects of BS in individuals with severe obesity, focusing on research conducted within the TOTS framework.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: The TOTS studies have produced significant national-level findings, highlighting critical issues related to the effectiveness and outcomes of bariatric procedures, the importance of comprehensive nutritional management, and the complications associated with these interventions in this population.
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