BARIATRIC SURGERY

This study followed over 1,500 patients for up to 10 years after weight-loss surgery to see if it provides lasting control of metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure and high blood sugar. Researchers tracked changes in health markers from the first wee…

This study looked at whether starting a weight loss medication called liraglutide helps people who are still obese six months after weight loss surgery. Researchers observed 100 patients to see if taking the drug early leads to better weight loss and improved health markers like …

This study looked at over 1100 adults with severe obesity who were prescribed the weight-loss medication Wegovy. Its main goal was to see how much weight people lost after one year and to figure out which types of patients responded best. Researchers used detailed health data and…

This large study followed 1,500 obese patients, some who had weight-loss surgery and some who did not. The goal was to understand what factors help people with Type 2 diabetes go into remission and recover from other obesity-related health problems after surgery. Researchers trac…

This study looked at how well a new surgical stapler device worked during weight loss surgery. Researchers reviewed medical records of 60 patients who had laparoscopic bariatric surgery using the easyEndo™ stapler. They checked whether the stapler created secure seals without lea…

This study tested if a specific type of nerve block, given in the back before surgery, could reduce the risk of lung collapse after weight loss surgery. Researchers compared the nerve block to standard pain medication in 138 patients. The main goal was to see if the nerve block l…

This study tested whether a mind-body technique called Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) could help people after obesity surgery. Researchers wanted to see if EFT could reduce patients' fear of moving (which can slow recovery) and lower their risk of developing painful pressure s…

This small study tested whether a mental health program could help people be more physically active after weight loss surgery. Twelve participants who had surgery 6-12 months earlier received a 10-week program of weekly phone calls, a workbook, and a fitness tracker. The main goa…

This study compared two ways to keep patients asleep and pain-free during weight-loss surgery. One method uses strong painkillers (opioids), while the other tries to avoid them by using a mix of other drugs. Researchers wanted to see if the opioid-free method led to less pain, le…

This study tested a pain-relief method called an Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) for people with severe obesity undergoing weight-loss surgery. Researchers compared the ESPB, an injection in the back, to standard local numbing medicine to see which better controlled pain after …

This study checked if giving the pain medication lidocaine through an IV is safe for very obese patients having weight-loss surgery. Researchers measured the drug levels in patients' blood to see if a standard, weight-based dose was safe and didn't cause harmful side effects. The…

This study tested whether watching educational videos through virtual reality glasses helps patients care for themselves after weight-loss surgery. Researchers worked with 60 patients, giving half of them a 15-20 minute VR training session before leaving the hospital. They then f…

This study tested whether taking collagen supplements could improve skin healing and scar appearance after weight loss or tummy tuck surgery. Researchers gave 102 patients either collagen pills or a placebo for several weeks before their operation. They then measured collagen lev…

This study aimed to understand what happens to patients' oxygen levels on the first night after weight loss surgery. Researchers observed 563 patients who received routine oxygen therapy to see how often their oxygen dropped and what actions nurses took to help them. The goal was…

This study looked at how weight-loss surgery might affect fertility in obese men. Researchers followed 46 men before and after surgery, checking their sperm quality, blood markers, and lifestyle factors. The goal was to understand if surgery improves fertility by measuring change…

This study aimed to understand how weight loss surgery and severe obesity affect how the body processes a common blood thinner called rivaroxaban. Researchers gave the medication to 67 people across four groups: severely obese individuals, those who had gastric bypass surgery, th…

This study looked at how a person's eating habits in the year after weight loss surgery affect their results. Researchers followed 290 people who had a sleeve gastrectomy procedure to see if their daily diet explained why some people lose a lot of weight and others do not. The go…

This study tested a new scoring system designed to predict a patient's need for vitamin, mineral, and protein supplements after weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. Researchers looked back at the health records of over 4,500 patients to see if the score accurately reflected the level…

Obesity prevalence rapidly increased in the past decades in French population with multiple health consequences responsible for excess mortality. In the same period of time, the number of bariatric procedures have developed exponentially. Despite its great efficacy on weight loss…