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Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery and Medical Insurance Payment in China
Purpose of ReviewThis paper briefly introduces the status quo of bariatric and metabolic surgery and medical insurance payment in China.
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No association between history of psychiatric treatment and postoperative weight reduction after bariatric surgery
PurposeThe objective of the study was to assess whether the history of psychiatric treatment was associated with (1) body weight and BMI on admission...
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Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Bariatric Surgery in Septuagenarians
BackgroundMetabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) has been shown to be safe and effective in the elderly population. Unfortunately, utilization of MBS...
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Impact of bariatric surgery on circulating irisin levels: a systematic review and meta‑analysis
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated changes in circulating irisin levels after bariatric surgery. A systematic search was performed...
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Nutrient Deficiency After Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
ObjectiveThis systematic review and meta-analysis study aimed to estimate changes in blood nutrient concentrations and nutrient deficiencies in...
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Impact of antidepressant use on post-operative weight loss following bariatric surgery
BackgroundAntidepressant medication can be associated with weight gain. Consideration should be given to the specific agent prescribed to optimize...
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Revisional bariatric surgery using robotic-assisted surgery in a national medical center in Mexico
Long-term postoperative complications of metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) are more frequent than those of primary surgery. Robotic-assisted...
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A semi-structured interview is associated with bariatric surgery outcomes
Pre-surgical psychological evaluations (PSPE) are required by many insurance companies and used to help identify risk factors that may compromise...
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Predictors of Chronic Pain 6 Months and 1 Year After Bariatric Surgery
BackgroundObesity and chronic pain (CP) represent serious, interrelated global public health concerns that have a profound impact on individuals and...
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Identification of Medication-Related Risks in Bariatric Surgery Patients by Performing Structured Medication Reviews
PurposeMore medication-related issues are seen with the growing demand for bariatric surgery, because of possible altered pharmacokinetics after...
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The effect of bariatric surgery on the expression of gastrointestinal taste receptors: A systematic review
Gastrointestinal nutrient sensing via taste receptors may contribute to weight loss, metabolic improvements, and a reduced preference for sweet and...
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Single-Centre Retrospective Study on the Effects of Bariatric Surgery on Nocturia
PurposeThe incidence of nocturia is increased in obesity, which causes significant negative impact on quality of life. Bariatric surgery is a...
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Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency after bariatric surgery: a bariatric surgery center of excellence experience
IntroductionGastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, bloating, abdominal pain, and nausea are common after bariatric surgery (BS) and can lead to...
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Surgeon variability in repair of hiatal hernia at the time of bariatric surgery
BackgroundHiatal hernia (HH) is estimated to affect between 20 and 50% of patients undergoing bariatric surgery. However, there is no consensus...
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GERD after Bariatric Surgery: A Review of the Underlying Causes and Recommendations for Management
Purpose of ReviewGERD after bariatric surgery is an ongoing concern for bariatric surgeons and their patients. This paper reviews the association of...
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Bariatric surgery prevents carotid wall thickness progression
BackgroundBariatric surgery is a treatment option for patients with severe obesity and improves parameters of cardiovascular and/or metabolic...
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A study analyzing outcomes after bariatric surgery by primary language
BackgroundCommunication is key to success in bariatric surgery. This study aims to understand how outcomes after bariatric surgery differ between...
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Energy expenditure related biomarkers following bariatric surgery: a prospective six-month cohort study
BackgroundMitochondria dysfunction is one of the major causes of insulin resistance, and other countless complications of obesity. PGC-1α, and UCP-2...
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Characterization of Early Small Bowel Obstructions Following Elective Bariatric Surgery
PurposeSmall bowel obstruction (SBO) after bariatric surgery is an uncommon but important complication. We sought to characterize bariatric surgery...
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Enhancing bariatric surgery safety for patients refusing blood transfusions: a specialized protocol with comprehensive technical measures
Bariatric surgery has become a leading treatment for obesity, with techniques such as Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG) and Laparoscopic...