Background Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has rapidly gained popularity and is presently the most commonly performed bariatric procedure in the United States. One explanation for this shift is the view of LSG as a generally safer alternative to Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) with regards to short-term complications (hemorrhage, staple line leak) and long-term complications (anastomotic ulcer, intestinal obstruction, micronutrient deficiency). We sought to conduct a systematic review comp
Background
The frontal cortex is among the last areas of the brain to fully develop. It houses higher functions such as impulse control, planning and working memory, the bases for mature judgment. Risk-taking behavior, need for novelty, and need for peer affirmation are well described in adolescents. Neuroimaging studies demonstrate that the adolescent brain continues to mature into the mid-20s. Bariatric surgery is offered to adolescents of adult size and adult bone age, who are shown to be ab
Background:
Older age (>60) has been a relative contraindication for bariatric surgery due to an increased risk of complications. Recent data shows that this may not be the case, and in fact reveals some encouraging results.
Methods:
The Ontario Bariatric Registry is a prospective data registry recording the peri-operative and postoperative outcomes of all patients undergoing bariatric surgery in 5 Centers of Excellence and 4 Assessment centers across the province. We compared operative and p
Introduction: Broader acceptance and legalization of both recreational and medical marijuana use is occurring in the United States. Although it is known to stimulate appetite, the influence of marijuana use on body mass index (BMI) is disputed in literature. Data is scarce regarding the effect of marijuana use in patients who undergo bariatric surgery, and thus, our aim was to determine whether its use has an effect on weight loss following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG).
Methods: Patien
Background
All bariatric operations have the potential of inadequate weight loss and developing complications. The adjustable gastric band (AGB) has less short-term complications but often requires a revision. Surgical revisions include rebanding or more often a conversion to another bariatric operation. However, re-intervention has a three- to fivefold higher morbidity rate when compared to primary bariatric surgery. The aim of this study is to determine the feasibility and outcomes of