Emerging Bariatric Surgical Procedures: A Comprehensive Guide

Edited by Dr. Shanu N. Kothari, this issue of Surgical Clinics delves into the latest advancements in bariatric surgery, focusing on emerging procedures that are reshaping the landscape of metabolic and bariatric surgery. The publication includes a diverse range of articles that cater to both novice and experienced healthcare professionals in the field.

Articles Overview

The collection of articles provides an in-depth exploration of various topics, including:

• Emerging Procedures in Bariatric Metabolic Surgery: An analysis of the latest surgical techniques and their efficacy in treating obesity and related metabolic disorders.
• Emerging Endoscopic Interventions in Bariatric Surgery: A look into the role of endoscopy in bariatric surgery, including new devices and techniques.
• Endoscopic Balloon Therapy: Insights into the use of gastric balloons as a minimally invasive treatment for obesity.
• Single Anastomosis Duodenoileostomy (SADI): A detailed examination of this novel surgical procedure and its potential benefits.
• Established and Emerging Metabolic and Bariatric Procedures: Obesity, Cancer, and Risk Reduction with Bariatric Surgery: An exploration of the relationship between obesity, cancer, and the impact of bariatric surgery on reducing cancer risk.
• Obesity, Bariatric Surgery, and Hip/Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes: A study on how bariatric surgery affects the outcomes of hip and knee replacement surgeries.
• Diabetes Risk Reduction and Metabolic Surgery: The role of metabolic surgery in reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
• Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Following Bariatric Surgery: An analysis of the cardiovascular benefits associated with bariatric surgery.
• Addiction Transfer and Other Behavioral Changes Following Bariatric Surgery: A discussion on the psychological and behavioral changes that occur post-bariatric surgery.
• Physiologic Mechanisms of Weight Loss Following Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery: Understanding the physiological processes that contribute to weight loss after bariatric surgery.
• Pediatric Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: A focus on the unique challenges and considerations involved in performing bariatric surgery on pediatric patients.
• Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass: Still the Gold Standard?: An evaluation of the laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure and its continued relevance in modern bariatric surgery.
• Revisional Bariatric Surgery: Strategies and considerations for revising previous bariatric surgical procedures.
• Ventral Hernia Management in Obese Patients: Approaches to managing ventral hernias in patients with obesity.
• Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy: A detailed look at this popular bariatric surgical procedure.

This comprehensive guide offers healthcare professionals a wealth of knowledge on the latest trends, techniques, and research in bariatric surgery, enabling them to provide the best possible care for their patients.