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Here's one more reason to watch your weight: Obesity can increase your odds for serious complications after surgery.

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Compared with patients of normal weight, those who are obese are at greater risk for developing blood clots, infections and kidney failure after surgery, a new study reports. Patients with obesity were also more likely to be hospitalized for these complications.

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