Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding in a morbidly obese 18-year-old with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clinical trials in the field of bariatrics, and specifically laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB), have frequently been gender imbalanced, with males representing only 20% of examinees. Long-term gender-oriented results, and specifically quality of life (QOL) parameters, have not been addressed suf...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Lewis M,Netz U,Mizrahi S,Avinoah E,Gal D,Perry ZH

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vertical banded gastroplasty (VBG) has previously been documented as an effective treatment for morbid obesity. We have described a laparoscopic technique to perform this operation. Follow-up data are now presented. METHODS:A consecutive series of 139 morbidly obese patients were operated on with laparoscop...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Olbers T,Lönroth H,Dalenbäck J,Haglind E,Lundell L

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) has recently been indicated as a novel method for treating obesity. However, the optimal stimulation parameters were unknown and mechanisms were poorly understood. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of VNS on food intake and body weight in diet-induced obesity ...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Dai F,Yin J,Chen JDZ

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is becoming the most popular bariatric procedure worldwide, treatment options for managing complications, in particular gastric leaks, are also emerging. Staple line leak is a major short-term complication of the procedure. Patients with persistent gastric leaks after...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Amor IB,Lainas P,Kassir R,Etienne JH,Casanova V,Dagher I,Gugenheim J

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is widely adopted but exposes serious complications. METHODS:A retrospective database analysis was done to study LSG staple line complications in a tertiary referral university center with surgical ICU experienced in treatment of morbid obesity and complications. Twenty...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Moszkowicz D,Arienzo R,Khettab I,Rahmi G,Zinzindohoué F,Berger A,Chevallier JM

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Success in bariatric surgery is most often evaluated by a sufficient loss of excess weight and an improvement in the medical conditions. The expected increase in quality of life (QoL) after weight loss, however, has not often been systematically analyzed. BAROS (Bariatric Analysis and Reporting Outcome Syste...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Wolf AM,Falcone AR,Kortner B,Kuhlmann HW

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE(S):Monitoring and prevention of long-term nutrient deficiency after laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) remains ill defined due to limited surgical follow-up after bariatric surgery. This study compared nutrient supplementation as well as surgeon and primary care physician (PCP) follow-up between pa...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Mehaffey JH,Mehaffey RL,Mullen MG,Turrentine FE,Malin SK,Schirmer B,Wolf AM,Hallowell PT

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Present guidelines recommend bariatric surgery at BMI ≥ 40 kg/m2 or BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2 with obesity-related morbidity. METHODS:Evidence for cost and mortality/morbidity risk of bariatric surgery and obesity-related diseases was evaluated determining equivalency point of absolute incremental mortality risk by BM...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Sinha AC,Singh PM,Bhat S

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to avoid a stagnant loop syndrome in intestinal bypass operations for morbid obesity, we have tried a jejunoileal bypass with a side-to-side anastomosis in a pilot study. Seven patients were operated on with this method, which resulted in a very high incidence of liver damage. The study puts a question mark t...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Stockeld D,Backman L,Granström L

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for morbid obesity, but it can cause numerous adverse effects. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate whether bariatric surgery changes patient salivary flow. We searched for articles in the Web of Science, Pubmed/MEDLINE, and Scopus databases using...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Farias TMCP,Vasconcelos BCDE,SoutoMaior JR,Lemos CAA,de Moraes SLD,Pellizzer EP

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Socioeconomic factors (SEF) influence bariatric surgery access and outcomes perhaps because of variations in patient knowledge and behaviors. This study examines the associations between income, formal education, race, health insurance, employment status, and patient self-educational and behavioral activitie...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Balduf LM,Kohn GP,Galanko JA,Farrell TM

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For many years, the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) was considered a good balance of complications and weight loss. According to several short-term studies, single anastomosis duodenal switch or stomach intestinal pylorus sparing surgery (SIPS) offers similar weight loss to RYGB with fewer complications and ...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Cottam A,Cottam D,Zaveri H,Cottam S,Surve A,Medlin W,Richards C

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bio-enteric intragastric balloon (BIB) insertion is gaining popularity for weight reduction in obese patients. We evaluated the efficacy, tolerability, and safety of BIB in the treatment of obesity. METHODS:A total of 173 Saudi obese patients [mean+/-SD age 34.5 +/- 11.6 years, 58 (33.5%) were men] who unde...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Al Kahtani K,Khan MQ,Helmy A,Al Ashgar H,Rezeig M,Al Quaiz M,Kagevi I,Al Sofayan M,Al Fadda M

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The BioEnterics Intragrastric Balloon (BIB) together with restricted diet has been used for the treatment of obesity and morbid obesity. METHODS:A prospective study was conducted on 100 patients who had undergone the BIB procedure between February 2005 and February 2007. RESULTS:Mean age, mean weight, and ...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Coskun H,Bostanci O,Dilege E,Bozbora A

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is the third most popular bariatric procedure worldwide. Various authors present ambivalent long-term follow up results. METHODS:We revised records of the patients who underwent LAGB between 2003 and 2006 along with history of additional check-ins. Patients wit...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Kowalewski PK,Olszewski R,Kwiatkowski A,Gałązka-Świderek N,Cichoń K,Paśnik K

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A current management dilemma in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) patients is the development of significant gastroesophageal reflux symptoms after surgery. Treatment is typically directed towards reducing acid reflux despite the surgical removal of parietal cell mass. In contrast, laparoscopic Roux-en-Y...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Sheppard CE,Sadowski DC,de Gara CJ,Karmali S,Birch DW

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aims of the study were to evaluate if multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) can be helpful and useful in the decision-making process in sleeve patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms and to demonstrate the reproducibility and accuracy of the technique. METHODS:Twenty-three patie...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Rengo M,Bellini D,Iorio O,De Cecco CN,Rizzello M,Cavallaro G,Carabotti M,Laghi A,Silecchia G

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIMS:Novel endoscopic procedures (endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), AspireAssist (AA), and primary obesity surgery endolumenal (POSE)) have been developed for treatment of obesity. We aimed to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate and compare the efficacy of these three endoscopic...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Khan Z,Khan MA,Hajifathalian K,Shah S,Abdul M,Saumoy M,Aronne L,Lee W,Sharaiha RZ

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In France, 1,000 obese persons per month undergo a bariatric operation. Obesity surgery requires coordination and monitoring of aftercare. The French public health-care insurer asked the medical associations involved in obesity management to provide guidelines for obesity surgery. The recommendations were developed by...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Laville M,Romon M,Chavrier G,Guy-Grand B,Krempf M,Chevallier JM,Marmuse JP,Basdevant A

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bariatric surgery is being considered as a therapeutic option for morbidly obese patients. Data are accumulating showing that this surgical intervention may improve in major cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. We evaluated the effects of bariatric surgery on left ventricular (LV) structure and function i...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Shin SH,Lee YJ,Heo YS,Park SD,Kwon SW,Woo SI,Kim DH,Park KS,Kwan J

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Staple line complications and axial rotation of the gastric tube after sleeve gastrectomy are well-recognized complications of the procedure. The present study aims to investigate the role of staple line inversion and distal fixation to the transverse mesocolon in reducing these complications. PATIE...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Abdallah E,Emile SH,Elfeki H

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rodents have been used to examine physiologic changes after bariatric surgery, but differences in gastric/vagal anatomy may limit their utility. Swine may be a more appropriate animal model because of anatomic and physiologic similarities to humans. The aim of this study was to establish a survival model of ...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Flum DR,Devlin A,Wright AS,Figueredo E,Alyea E,Hanley PW,Lucas MK,Cummings DE

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obesity is a disease that is highly prevalent in Brazil, and the associated comorbidities represent a major global public health challenge. Botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) is a potent neurotoxin and inhibitor of gastric smooth muscle activity. In theory, BTX-A administration should promote early satiety and w...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： de Moura EGH,Ribeiro IB,Frazão MSV,Mestieri LHM,de Moura DTH,Dal Bó CMR,Brunaldi VO,de Moura ETH,Nunes GC,Bustamante FAC,Dos Passos Galvão Neto M,Matuguma SE,Bernardo WM,Santo MA

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Achalasia presenting in the context of morbid obesity is rare. The case is presented of a woman with achalasia and morbid obesity who was treated with simultaneous laparoscopic esophageal myotomy and gastric bypass. The sparse literature addressing these rare patients is reviewed and management considerations discusse...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： O'Rourke RW,Jobe BA,Spight DH,Hunter JG

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study assesses the differences in postoperative nutritional status between laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) and laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB). We searched the literature from PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and the Cochrane Library database. Twenty-nine articles were included, with a total of...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Gu L,Fu R,Chen P,Du N,Chen S,Mao D,Chen B,Mao F,Khadaroo PA,Jin Q

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has rapidly become popular with excellent results. However, LSG may exacerbate or increase the risk of "de novo" gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Adding a fundoplication has been proposed to increase the lower esophageal sphincter competency. The aim of this stu...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Aiolfi A,Micheletto G,Marin J,Rausa E,Bonitta G,Bona D

更新日期：2021-01-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several studies conducted in adults suggest that intragastric balloon (IGB) is an effective and safe method for weight loss. Although the prevalence of obesity in adolescents has increased in recent years, the outcomes of IGB treatment in this age group are not known. The aim of this study was to evaluate th...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Fittipaldi-Fernandez RJ,Guedes MR,Galvao Neto MP,Klein MRST,Diestel CF

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) post-sleeve gastrectomy (SG) is a controversial issue and diagnostic dilemma. Strong heterogeneity exists in the assessment of reflux post-SG, and better diagnostic tools are needed to characterize symptomatic reflux. We aimed to determine the discriminant factors of s...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Lim G,Johari Y,Ooi G,Playfair J,Laurie C,Hebbard G,Brown W,Burton P

更新日期：2021-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Colorectal cancer incidence is rising in adults < 50 years old, possibly due to obesity. Having bariatric surgery (BRS) should hypothetically reduce this trend, but data are limited. This study compared trends of colorectal cancer (CRC) versus other obesity-related gastrointestinal cancers (OGCs) between mor...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Hussan H,Patel A,Akinyeye S,Porter K,Ahnen D,Lieberman D

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fibromyalgia is a chronic debilitating disorder affecting 3-5% of the US population. Treatment of this disorder is a challenge. The incidental finding of improvement of fibromyalgia following laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass stimulated us to study this phenomenon. METHODS:A retrospective chart review o...

journal_title：Obesity surgery

authors： Saber AA,Boros MJ,Mancl T,Elgamal MH,Song S,Wisadrattanapong T

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00