3D Reconstruction and Virtual Reality proved effective in improving body image satisfaction and psychological outcomes for bariatric metabolic surgery patients. Participants reported a more accurate perception of their body changes and overall appearance, with positive feedback on group workshops and VR discussions. This method offers a feasible and acceptable approach to supporting patients in adjusting […]

Body contouring surgery after bariatric surgery leads to sustained improvements in health-related quality of life and satisfaction with appearance over a significant period. Patients who underwent body contouring surgery maintained or even improved their scores, contrasting with those who only had bariatric surgery. This highlights the significant role of body contouring surgery in enhancing the […]

Same-day discharge for bariatric surgery increased from 2.4% to 7.4% between 2016 and 2021. Black race, history of MI, renal insufficiency, DVT, and smoking were associated with higher complications. Roux-en-Y had a 72% higher risk than sleeve gastrectomy. While overall major complications were lower, there were significantly more deaths, cardiac arrests, and cases of dehydration […]

Paragastric neural blockade (PGNB) significantly reduces postoperative pain and nausea/vomiting after sleeve gastrectomy, as evidenced by lower visual analog scale (VAS) and postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) scores. Additionally, PGNB facilitates earlier mobilization and higher patient satisfaction compared to the control group, indicating its efficacy and safety in managing early postoperative symptoms in patients undergoing […]

Regular physical activity post-bariatric surgery led to reduced blood pressure and lower type-2 diabetes recurrence in individuals with diabetes. Normoglycemic individuals experienced sustained BMI reduction and improved blood pressure control with physical activity throughout a 5-year follow-up. Integrating physical activity into post-bariatric care can enhance long-term outcomes. Journal Article by Moriconi D, Manca L (…) […]

Metabolic bariatric surgery lowers the risk of new-onset type 2 diabetes in patients with obesity, with a more pronounced reduction in those of low socioeconomic status. In a cohort study with 917 patients and 1811 controls, new-onset type 2 diabetes was less frequent in the surgery group (4.1 per 1000 person-years) than in the control […]

Exploring patient and provider perceptions of social support post-bariatric surgery, this study identified key themes influencing weight loss maintenance. Family involvement, partner/friend engagement, transportation assistance, and addressing life stressors are crucial for sustained weight loss outcomes. Providers play a vital role in reinforcing facilitators of social support and making appropriate referrals for patient success. Journal […]

Study compared weight loss, comorbidity remission, complications, and quality of life post-lsg in different BMI groups. %EWL at 12 months was significantly higher in class I obesity compared to class II and III. Remission of comorbidities showed no significant difference. Favorable outcomes suggested for various BMI individuals post-lsg, particularly for class I obesity patients. Journal […]

A systematic review and meta-analysis on pre-operative biomarkers and complications following bariatric surgery identified a significant association between lower pre-operative albumin levels and post-operative complications. While other biomarkers did not show a significant impact, changes in certain biomarkers during the peri-operative period were observed. This suggests the potential use of biomarkers for predicting complications in […]

Researchers examined the impact of metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) on cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). An analysis of the National Inpatient Sample from 2016 to 2020 revealed that MBS was significantly associated with a lower risk of hospitalization for various CVDs, including coronary artery disease, acute myocardial infarction, […]