Archives de pédiatrie : organe officiel de la Sociéte française de pédiatrie
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Childhood obesity is a significant health problem worldwide, associated with significant metabolic and cardiovascular morbidity. Recent evidence points to metabolic and bariatric surgery as a safe and effective treatment for morbidly obese adolescents. We aim to report the initial results after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) for adolescent patients in a pediatric center. ⋯ Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a safe and effective option for treatment of morbidly obese adolescents, resulting in significant weight loss and comorbidity resolution with a low risk of complications.