BARIATRIC SURGERY CANDIDATE

This study looked at whether giving a single dose of gabapentin before laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight-loss surgery) helps protect kidney function in people with severe obesity. 90 patients with normal kidney function were enrolled. Researchers measured kidney markers lik…

This study looked at whether weight-loss surgery (vertical sleeve gastrectomy) can improve kidney, heart, and pancreas function in teens aged 12-21 with type 2 diabetes and obesity. Researchers measured blood flow to the kidneys, kidney filtering ability, and insulin production b…

Bariatric surgery can lead to bone loss and increase fracture risk. This study tested whether denosumab, a drug used for osteoporosis, could prevent that bone loss. The trial included 36 postmenopausal women and men aged 50 and older who were planning weight-loss surgery. Partici…

This study looked at whether having a partner or support figure attend clinic visits before and after bariatric surgery helps patients lose more weight and make healthier choices. 63 adults seeking weight-loss surgery were randomly assigned to bring a support person or not. Resea…

This study tested whether giving tranexamic acid (TXA) during weight-loss surgery reduces bleeding. 132 adults having sleeve gastrectomy received either TXA or a placebo right after anesthesia. The results showed that TXA lowered blood loss during and after surgery, without incre…

This study tested whether a mindfulness-based training program could help adults who had lost weight keep it off. 48 participants, including those who had bariatric surgery or lost weight through medical or lifestyle programs, took part. The goal was to see if focusing on eating …

This study tested whether following a very low calorie diet before bariatric surgery helps patients lose more weight and feel more satisfied. 85 adults who were eligible for surgery took part. Researchers compared the very low calorie diet to standard dietary advice.

This study tested whether adults who have bariatric sleeve gastrectomy (a type of weight-loss surgery) can safely recover at home instead of in the hospital. Twenty-eight participants received acute care at home, including nurse and doctor visits, lab tests, and 24/7 urgent suppo…

This study tested whether giving lidocaine through a vein during weight-loss surgery helps patients recover faster and need less strong pain medicine. 180 adults scheduled for bariatric surgery received either lidocaine or a placebo (salt water). Researchers measured how much pai…

This study tested whether a short therapy program before weight-loss surgery helps patients develop healthier eating habits. About 94 adults preparing for bariatric surgery took part. The goal was to see if the program could improve long-term results by addressing emotional eatin…

This completed study followed 687 people who had bariatric surgery (gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy) in Norwegian public hospitals between 2010 and 2015. Researchers aimed to see how long weight loss lasts and whether related health problems like diabetes, high blood pressur…

This study tested a technique to help doctors insert a breathing tube in very obese patients having weight-loss surgery. The method uses a laryngeal mask airway as a temporary helper to keep oxygen flowing while the doctor prepares for the main tube. Thirty-six patients took part…

This study looked back at the records of over 9,000 people who had weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. The goal was to find factors that might predict bleeding during or within 30 days after surgery. By identifying these risk factors, doctors hope to create a score that can help pre…

This study looked at whether body contouring surgery (like tummy tucks) after weight loss surgery helps people keep the weight off and affects metabolism. Researchers measured weight and certain blood markers in 60 adults before and after body contouring. The goal was to see if r…

This study looked at how bariatric surgery changes the bacteria in the mouths of people with and without type 2 diabetes. Researchers collected blood and plaque samples before and after surgery from 102 participants. The goal was to understand if diabetes alters mouth bacteria in…

This study examined nearly 100,000 people who had knee replacement for arthritis to see if those who previously had weight-loss surgery faced different risks of complications or needing another surgery. Researchers focused on how body weight at the time of knee replacement and th…

This study looked at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or weight-loss surgery can reduce the risk of nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) in people with obesity. About 140 adults who were candidates for bariatric surgery took part. Researchers measured nerve health …

This study looked at the oral health of 61 obese adults, comparing those who had bariatric surgery to those who did not. Researchers measured tooth wear, cavities, and gum disease to understand how surgery might affect the mouth. The goal was to gather information, not to test a …

This completed study tracked 1290 obese adults (BMI 30 or higher) undergoing weight-loss surgery to see how often doctors have trouble placing a breathing tube. The goal was to estimate the rate of difficult airway events and identify patient factors that raise the risk. The find…

This study tested whether adding a smartphone app to standard dietitian visits helps people prepare for bariatric surgery. 40 adults who qualified for surgery were split into two groups: one got the app plus usual care, the other only usual care. Researchers measured changes in n…

This study looked at 155 adults who had weight-loss surgery to see if using a low-flow or standard-flow anesthesia gas changed inflammation levels in the body. Researchers measured blood markers like CRP before and after surgery. The goal was to learn more about how anesthesia af…

This study looked at 20 teens aged 13-20 with severe obesity who were scheduled for bariatric surgery. Researchers measured liver fat and how the body processes energy before and one year after surgery. The goal was to understand how the surgery affects liver health and metabolis…