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Nice hospital pioneers new obesity treatment in France

The CHU de Nice has performed a pioneering, non-surgical obesity treatment, marking a first in France.

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Nice, Nice University Hospital (south-eastern France), August 22, 2023: ER, emergency service of the Pasteur 2 Hospital, during the heatwave. Plan Can
Nice, Nice University Hospital (south-eastern France), August 22, 2023: ER, emergency service of the Pasteur 2 Hospital, during the heatwave. Plan Can. Picture: Alamy

By Camille Bidard

The CHU de Nice has carried out a first-of-its-kind procedure in France to treat obesity, marking a potential breakthrough in patient care.

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The innovative technique is described as minimally invasive and does not involve surgery or medication, offering new hope for people struggling with obesity.

Hospital officials say the method could open promising new treatment options, although further evaluation will be needed to confirm its wider impact.