Obesity and malnutrition often coexist; malnutrition in turn is an established risk factor for adverse outcomes after surgery. Preoperative albumin is routinely used
The overuse of postoperative narcotics has gained attention due to the epidemic of opiate abuse in the United States. Multimodal postoperative pain management strateg
Chronic illness including hypertension and diabetes means treatment is necessary throughout life. Obesity has declared a chronic disease. Many patients believe that the
Laparoscopic greater curvature plication (LGCP) is an emerging restrictive bariatric procedure that successfully reduces the gastric volume by folding of the gre
Gastric bezoar is a rare but known complication following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). These bezoars are typically composed of indigestible plant matter and are usu