BARIATRIC SURGERY CANDIDATE

This study tested whether giving tranexamic acid (a drug that helps blood clot) during weight-loss surgery reduces bleeding. 132 adults having sleeve gastrectomy were included. Results showed that the drug significantly lowered blood loss during and after surgery, without raising…

This study tested if weight-loss surgery (vertical sleeve gastrectomy) could improve pancreas, kidney, and heart health in teens aged 12-21 with type 2 diabetes and severe obesity. Researchers measured kidney function, blood flow, and insulin production before and after surgery. …

This study tested whether a mindfulness-based training program could help adults who had already lost weight avoid regaining it. 48 participants, including people who had bariatric surgery or lost weight through medical or lifestyle programs, took part. The approach focused on ch…

This study tested whether denosumab, a drug that slows bone breakdown, can prevent the rapid bone loss that often happens after weight-loss surgery. Researchers gave the drug to postmenopausal women and men aged 50 or older who were planning gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. …

This study looked at whether following a very low calorie diet before bariatric (weight-loss) surgery can help patients lose more weight before the operation and feel happier with their care. A total of 85 adults who were eligible for bariatric surgery took part. Researchers meas…

This study tested a short therapy program before weight-loss surgery to help patients improve their eating habits. 94 adults preparing for bariatric surgery took part. The goal was to see if this approach leads to better long-term weight control.

This study tested whether giving the numbing drug lidocaine continuously through a vein during weight-loss surgery could reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers afterward. 180 adults scheduled for bariatric surgery took part. Researchers measured how much pain medicine th…

This study looked at whether adults who have weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) can safely recover at home instead of in the hospital. 28 people took part, and the goal was to see if home care is just as good as hospital care. The main focus was on how long they stayed in t…

This study looked at whether having a partner or support person attend bariatric surgery appointments helps patients lose more weight and stick to healthy habits. 63 adults preparing for or recovering from bariatric surgery were split into groups that either brought a support per…

This study looked at 60 people who had sleeve gastrectomy (weight loss surgery) and then got body contouring surgery to remove extra skin and fat. Researchers wanted to see if the contouring surgery helped prevent weight regain and how it affected metabolism. They measured weight…

This study looked at 20 obese teenagers aged 13-20 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 surgery affects liver health and metabolism.

This study looked at whether the pain medicine gabapentin harms kidney function after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (weight-loss surgery) in people with severe obesity. 90 patients with normal kidneys were enrolled. Researchers measured kidney markers in blood and urine before …

This study examined nearly 100,000 people to see if having weight-loss surgery before a knee replacement affects the risk of needing another surgery or having complications like infection. Researchers looked at different types of weight-loss surgery and how body weight at the tim…

This study looked at how high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and weight-loss surgery affect nerve health in people with obesity. Researchers measured nerve fiber density in the skin and used eye scans to track nerve changes. The goal was to see if these interventions could lo…

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 see if surgery affects dental health. The goal was to learn more about dental problems in this gr…

This study looked at 1,290 adults with obesity (BMI 30 or higher) who had weight-loss surgery and needed a breathing tube. The goal was to find out how often doctors have trouble placing the tube safely. By tracking patient details and any complications, the results will help ane…

This study looked at 155 adults who had weight-loss surgery to see if using a lower flow of anesthesia gas (sevoflurane) affected inflammation levels differently than a standard flow. Researchers checked blood markers of inflammation before and after surgery. The goal was to lear…

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

This study examined how bariatric surgery changes the bacteria in the mouths of people with and without type 2 diabetes. Researchers collected blood, plaque, and other oral samples from 102 participants before and after surgery. The goal was to understand how diabetes-related bac…

This study looked at whether adding a smartphone app to standard dietitian visits helps people prepare for weight-loss surgery. Forty adults who were candidates for bariatric surgery took part. Half used the app, and half did not. Researchers measured changes in nutrition knowled…