OBESITY, MORBID

This study looked at how the drug tirzepatide works in real-world settings for two groups: people who regained weight after bariatric surgery and people with obesity preparing for surgery. Researchers tracked weight and health changes over six months in 254 adults. The goal was t…

This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery for people with severe obesity: a newer procedure called SADI-S and the standard RYGB. About 382 adults will be randomly assigned to one surgery and followed for 2 years to see which leads to greater weight loss and fewer compl…

This study tested a new surgical method called FundoRing, where surgeons wrap part of the stomach to prevent weight regain and bile reflux after gastric bypass. 1000 adults with obesity were randomly assigned to get either the new wrap or the standard bypass. The goal was to see …

This study looked at whether adding a small repair for acid reflux during weight-loss surgery can reduce heartburn symptoms afterward. Fifty adults with severe obesity but no hiatal hernia were split into two groups: one got standard sleeve gastrectomy, the other got the same sur…

This study looked at whether adding dapagliflozin to metformin helps people with severe obesity (BMI 40+) and prediabetes or type 2 diabetes lose more weight than metformin alone. About 160 participants took either the combination or metformin only for up to 12 months. The goal w…

This study tested a new tool that uses magnets to create connections in the intestines, helping people with severe obesity who didn't lose enough weight after their first surgery. 28 adults took part to see if the device was safe and worked as intended. The goal was to improve we…

This study tested two different ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to manage pain after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in 40 obese patients. The goal was to see which block provides longer pain relief and reduces the need for opioids, which can be risky in this group. Both technique…

This study tested whether using ultrasound to guide spinal anesthesia is better than the traditional touch-based method in super obese women (BMI 50 or higher) having a planned C-section. Sixty women took part, and the main goal was to see which method led to a successful needle …

This study tested whether a special nerve block (RIB block) could reduce pain and the need for strong painkillers after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a common weight-loss surgery. Fifty-six adults with severe obesity were randomly assigned to receive either the nerve block plu…

This study looked at whether having a partner or support person attend bariatric surgery clinic visits 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 pe…

This study looked at 36 adults with severe obesity who had laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a type of weight-loss surgery. Researchers measured blood levels of Phoenixin-14, a hormone that may affect appetite, before and after surgery. The goal was to see if the surgery changes t…

This study measured amino acid levels in the blood of 50 people before and after bariatric surgery, comparing them to 50 healthy individuals. The goal was to understand how surgery affects metabolism. Results show clear changes in amino acid profiles over three months, linked to …

This study looked at 45 super obese women (BMI over 50) having a planned C-section to find the best dose of spinal anesthesia. The goal was to ensure the anesthesia worked well without needing extra pain medicine during surgery. The results help doctors give safer, more effective…