The document discusses various techniques for bariatric surgery and their results. It also discusses how bariatric surgery prevents cardiovascular events through mechanisms like weight loss, reduced visceral fat and sympathetic overactivity, improved metabolism, reduced endothelial dysfunction, reduced organ damage, and improved cardiovascular performance. Several studies are summarized that examine the impact of bariatric surgery on cardiovascular disease and mortality risk, myocardial infarction risk, and stroke risk compared to no surgery. Other topics discussed include insulin resistance and cardiovascular risk markers after bariatric surgery, and how bariatric surgery in adolescents may decrease adult cardiovascular mortality. The document considers why bariatric surgery should be considered as a therapeutic option for patients.