Tag: Weight Loss Surgery and Bariatric
Bariatric Sx May Help Prevent Incident Diabetic Retinopathy
Among obese with T2DM, fewer incident cases of retinopathy with bariatric surgery than medical tx
Post-Op Incentive Spirometry Not Beneficial After Bariatric Surgery
No effect on postoperative hypoxemia, arterial oxygen saturation level, or pulmonary complications
Very Obese Teens Benefit From Gastric Bypass Over Long Term
Studies show most maintain significant weight loss over five years, but complications emerge for some
Gastric Bypass Associated With Reduced Risk of Psoriasis
Reduced risks of psoriasis, severe psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis with bypass, but not banding
Bariatric Surgery Effective, Cost-Effective in Obese With NASH
For overweight patients, surgery is effective, but cost-effectiveness limited to those with F3 fibrosis
Long-Term Improvement in Insulin Sensitivity After RYGB
Despite weight regain, long-term improvement seen in insulin sensitivity and adipose phenotypes
Metabolic Benefit Same With Similar Weight Loss After Surgery
Findings among obese patients with diabetes undergoing either gastric bypass, banding
Study Duration Affects Rate of Diabetes Remission Post-RYGB
Differing definitions of remission also account for varied reported remission rates after gastric bypass
Bariatric Surgery May Be Cost-Effective in Severely Obese Teens
Long-term clinical trials in adolescents with at least five years of follow-up data needed
Pregnancy Soon After Bariatric Surgery May Raise Risks
A suitable interval, plus proper nutrition, key to ensuring healthy mother and infant
