FULL-THICKNESS ENDOSCOPIC GASTRIC RESECTION USING A STAPLER AND GASTROSTOMY: A FEASIBILITY STUDY

ABSTRACT Background: Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is currently the most frequently performed bariatric procedure in Turkey. The goal of weight reduction surgery is not only to decrease excess weight, but also to improve obesity related comorbidities and quality of life (QoL). Aim: To evaluate the impact of LSG on patient quality of life, weight loss, and comorbidities associated with morbid obesity according to the updated BAROS criteria. Methods: Eleven hundred thirty-eight adult patients were undergone to LSG by our bariatric surgery team between January 2013 and January 2016. A questionnaire (The Bariatric Analysis and Reporting Outcome System - BAROS) was published on social media. The data on postoperative complications were collected from hospital database. Results: Number of respondants was 562 (49.4%). Six of 1138 patients(0.5%) had leakage. All patients who had leakage were respondants. The overall complication rate was 7.7%. After a mean period of 7.4±5.3 months(1-30), mean excess weight loss was 71.3±27.1% (10.2-155.4). The respondants reported 772 comorbidities. Of these, 162 (30%) were improved, and 420 (54.4%) were resolved. The mean scores for QoL were significantly increased after LSG (range, p<0.05 to <0.001). Of the 562 patients, 26 (4.6%) were classified as failures; 86 (15.3%) fair; 196 (34.9%) good; 144 (25.6%) very good, and 110 (19.6%) excellent results according to the updated BAROS scoring system. Conclusion: LSG is a highly effective bariatric procedure in the manner of weight control, improvement in comorbidities and increasing of QoL in short- and mid-term.

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QUALITY OF LIFE AFTER LAPAROSCOPIC SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY USİNG BAROS SYSTEM

ABCD Arquivos Brasileiros de Cirurgia Digestiva (São Paulo) ◽

10.1590/0102-672020180001e1385 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 31 (3) ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Cüneyt KIRKIL ◽

Erhan AYGEN ◽

Mehmet Fatih KORKMAZ ◽

Mehmet Buğra BOZAN

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Weight Loss ◽

Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Weight Control ◽

Excess Weight ◽

Bariatric Procedure ◽

The Mean ◽

The Impact

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The Integration of Medical, Psychological, and Quality of Life Measures in the Prediction and Maintenance of Excess Weight Loss after Bariatric Surgery

Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases ◽

10.1016/j.soard.2018.09.341 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 14 (11) ◽

pp. S150-S151

Author(s):

Vincent A Escandell ◽

James N Parrish ◽

Richard L Elder

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Bariatric Surgery ◽

Weight Loss ◽

Excess Weight Loss ◽

Excess Weight ◽

Quality Of Life Measures

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Laparoscopic gastric bypass achieves greater excess weight loss, remission of diabetes, and improvement in quality of life than gastric banding at 2 years' follow-up

Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases ◽

10.1016/j.soard.2010.02.004 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 6 (2) ◽

pp. 224-225

Author(s):

N. Hamza ◽

M.H. Abbas ◽

A. Darwish ◽

Z. Shafeek ◽

B.J. Ammori

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Weight Loss ◽

Gastric Bypass ◽

Gastric Banding ◽

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass ◽

Excess Weight Loss ◽

Excess Weight ◽

Remission Of Diabetes

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Quality of Life before and after Sleeve Gastrectomy in Lebanese Population

Journal of Obesity ◽

10.1155/2019/1952538 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2019 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Marwan Alkassis ◽

Fady Gh Haddad ◽

Joseph Gharios ◽

Roger Noun ◽

Ghassan Chakhtoura

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Bariatric Surgery ◽

Weight Loss ◽

Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Sexual Pleasure ◽

Life Questionnaire ◽

Before And After ◽

The Mean ◽

The Impact

Introduction. Obesity is increasing worldwide and in Lebanon with a negative impact on the quality of life. The primary objective of this study is to measure the quality of life in obese subjects before and after bariatric surgery, depending on age, sex, and degree of weight loss. A secondary objective is to determine the impact of bariatric surgery on comorbidities associated with obesity. Materials and methods. Patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 between August 2016 and April 2017 were included. Participants completed the Moorehead-Ardelt Quality of Life Questionnaire II (MA II) prior to operation and one year after. Statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS statistics version 20.0. Results. 75 patients participated in the study. The majority were women (75%), and the mean age was 36.3 years. The mean weight loss was 36.57 kg (16–76). Initially, the total MA II score was −0.33 ± 0.93. Postoperatively, it increased to 1.68 ± 0.62 (p≤0.001). All MA II parameters improved after surgery (p≤0.001), but this improvement was independent of age and sex. Improvement in self-esteem, physical activity, work performance, and sexual pleasure was influenced by the degree of weight loss (p≤0.001). All comorbidities associated with obesity regressed significantly after sleeve gastrectomy (p<0.05) with the exception of gastroesophageal reflux and varicose veins of the lower limbs. Conclusion. Sleeve gastrectomy improves quality of life and allows reduction of comorbidities.

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Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: Outcomes at a Military Training Center

The American Surgeon ◽

10.1177/000313481007600827 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 76 (8) ◽

pp. 835-840

Author(s):

Robert D. Rice ◽

Todd E. Simon ◽

Jason M. Seery ◽

James D. Frizzi ◽

Farah A. Husain ◽

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Keyword(s):

Weight Loss ◽

Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Excess Weight Loss ◽

Military Training ◽

Excess Weight ◽

Bariatric Procedure ◽

Outcome Analysis ◽

Long Term Outcome ◽

The Mean

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has gained support as a single-staged and stand-alone bariatric procedure. Reports of excess weight loss of 35 to 83 per cent, reduction in comorbidities, and decreased operative morbidity have garnered support for LSG. This study represents an initial outcome analysis of LSG performed solely at a military treatment center. This study is a retrospective analysis of all patients receiving LSG at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center from September 2007 to December 2009. The patients were planned for a stand-alone procedure. One hundred and fifteen patients received LSG over this time period with a mean body mass index of 45.5 ± 6.2 (range 35.1-58.3). The average age was 47.4 ± 12.5 years. Diabetes mellitus was seen in 47 per cent and 68 per cent of patients had hypertension. The mean and median length of operation was 124 ± 48 and 115.5 minutes. The mean percentage of excess weight loss was 16.6 ± 6.40 per cent at 1 month, 31.5 ± 7.6 per cent at 3 months, 41.2 ± 13.9 per cent at 6 months, and 53.7 ± 12.5 per cent at 1 year from surgery. One or more of patient's preoperative diabetic or hypertensive medications were improved postoperatively in 18.7 per cent and 16.3 per cent, respectively. Incidence of major complications occurred in 4.35 per cent of patients in this study to include four leaks (3.4%), one death (0.87%), and 10 readmissions. Midterm analysis of outcomes related to LSG as a single-stage bariatric procedure is promising as long-term outcome data is collected; the efficacy of this procedure as a sole bariatric procedure will continue to be borne out.

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PP012 Efficacy And Safety Of The ELIPSE Gastric Balloon For Weight Loss

International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care ◽

10.1017/s0266462318000296 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 33 (S1) ◽

pp. 72-73

Author(s):

Luis María Sánchez-Gómez ◽

Setefilla Luengo-Matos ◽

Mar Polo-Desantos ◽

Juan Pablo Chalco Orrego

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Weight Loss ◽

New Technologies ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Gastric Balloon ◽

Efficacy And Safety ◽

Early Assessment ◽

The Mean ◽

The Impact

INTRODUCTION:Conventional gastric balloons for weight loss require endoscopy for placement and removal. The ELIPSETM is a new gastric balloon designed for weight loss that is swallowed and does not require endoscopy or anesthesia. The device is designed to remain in the stomach and be expelled after a predetermined time of 4 months. The objective of this work is to assess the efficacy and safety of the ELIPSETM procedureless gastric balloon for weight loss.METHODS:The ELIPSETM procedureless gastric balloon was identified by the early Awareness and Alert System, “SINTESIS-new technologies,” of The Instituto De Salud Carlos III (AETS-ISCIII). An early assessment of the technology was conducted. The searched databases were: MEDLINE (PubMed), Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, and the Cochrane Library. Clinical studies using the device published in any language until 10 January 2017 were reviewed.RESULTS:A prospective, non-randomized, open label study supported by industry was retrieved. Thirty-four patients were enrolled. Six patients treated with an experimental device were excluded. Twenty-eight patients successfully swallowed the device. No endoscopy or anesthesia was required. All devices were excreted safely. Of the twenty-five patients finally studied, the mean percent total body weight loss was 10 percent (95 percent Confidence Interval, CI 7.3–12.7) and the mean waist circumference was reduced by 8.4cm (95 percent CI 5.7-11.8) at 4 months. Improvements were also seen in metabolic parameters (HbA1c, Low density lipoprotein, triglycerides and blood pressure). All aspects of quality of life measured by the Impact of Weight on Quality of Life (IWQoL) questionnaire demonstrated significant improvements. About safety, there were no serious adverse events or serious adverse device effects, however 64 percent of patients had vomiting, 54 percent experienced nausea, 25 percent had abdominal pain and 2 patients were excluded because of symptoms.CONCLUSIONS:The ELIPSETM gastric balloon for weight loss seems to be an effective therapy with an acceptable safety profile. However it would be necessary to continue further studies to confirm these results, including comparative studies with current treatments.

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The role of the surgical resection distance from the pylorus after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: a prospective cohort study from an academic medical center in Egypt

Patient Safety in Surgery ◽

10.1186/s13037-020-00270-6 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Ahmed H. Hussein ◽

Islam Khaled ◽

Mohammed Faisal

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Weight Loss ◽

Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Excess Weight Loss ◽

Excess Weight ◽

Short Term ◽

Weight Loss Percentage ◽

Pylorus Resection

Abstract Background Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy was recently described as an effective approach for the operative treatment of obesity, but the ideal procedure remains controversial. One of the most debated issues is the resection distance from the pylorus. We conducted this study to elucidate any potential differences in the short-term outcomes between 2 and 6 cm distance from the pylorus in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Methods A prospective observational cohort study in a selected cohort of 96 patients was conducted from January 2018 to March 2019 in morbidly obese patients who had laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy performed at Suez Canal University Hospital. Outcome was expressed by excess weight loss percentage, resolution of comorbidities, improvement of quality of life, and incidence of complications after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. The morbidly obese patients (body mass index [BMI] > 40 kg/m2 or > 35 kg/m2 with obesity-related comorbidities) in the study were divided into two equal groups: (1) Group 1 (48 patients) underwent laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with a 2 cm distance from the pylorus resection distance and (2) Group 2 (48 patients) underwent laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with a 6 cm distance from the pylorus resection distance. Body weight, BMI, bariatric quality of life, lipid profile, and comorbidities were evaluated pre- and post-operatively for a duration of 12 months. Results Statistically, no significant differences between the two study groups regarding the excess weight loss percentage, comorbidity resolution throughout the postoperative follow-up, enhancement of the quality of life score throughout the postoperative follow-up, or incidence of complications (25% in Group 1 versus 25% in Group 2, p > 0.05) were found. Conclusion Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy was an effective and safe management for morbid obesity and obesity-related comorbidities with significant short-term weight loss; it also improved weight-related quality of life and had an acceptable complication rate. The distance from the pylorus resection distance did not affect the short-term effects of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy regarding excess weight loss percentage, resolution of comorbidities, change in quality of life, or occurrence of complications.

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Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy as a primary bariatric procedure: postoperative outcomes

Medicine and Pharmacy Reports ◽

10.15386/mpr-1762 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Flavius Mocian ◽

Marius Coroș

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Weight Loss ◽

Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽

Weight Regain ◽

Bariatric Procedure ◽

Obstructive Sleep ◽

The Mean

Background and aims. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is at present the most popular bariatric procedure due to its significant effect on weight loss, resolution of comorbidities and improvement in the quality of life. However, there are not many studies showing its medium and long term efficacy and safety in Eastern Europe. We aim to report the outcomes of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy as a primary bariatric procedure from a single surgical department. Methods. This is a retrospective analysis of obese patients who underwent laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy between 2009 - 2016 in our department. Outcomes were analyzed in terms of weight loss, comorbidity resolution and quality of life changes. Results. A number of 70 patients were included in the study, with a mean age of 47.6 ± 9.8 years. Mean initial Body Mass Index was 47.4 ± 6.4 kg/m2. The mean percentage of excess weight loss during follow-up was 78.2% at 12 months, 80.2%, 76.7%, 74.7%, 72.8%, 73.3%, 74.1%, 67.2%, 64.07%, 69.7% at 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108 and 120 months, respectively. Weight regain occurred in 61 (87.1%) patients during the postoperative period. The mean weight regained was 8.1 ± 4.8 kg at 24 months postoperatively. Regarding the quality of life, 83% of patients declared an increase in self-esteem. Resolution of diabetes, arterial hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome occurred in 80%, 42.5% and 70.1% of patients respectively. Conclusions. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is an effective procedure, with good outcomes in the medium and long term, although a tendency for weight regain was noted after 2 years. Resolution of comorbidities is comparable with that reported in the literature, namely an improvement of the quality of life.

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Impact of dental caries on oral health related quality of life among preschool children: perceptions of parents

BMC Oral Health ◽

10.1186/s12903-021-01396-4 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Mina Pakkhesal ◽

Elham Riyahi ◽

AliAkbar Naghavi Alhosseini ◽

Parisa Amdjadi ◽

Nasser Behnampour

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Oral Health ◽

Dental Caries ◽

Health Related Quality ◽

Related Quality ◽

Health Related ◽

Dmft Index ◽

The Mean ◽

The Impact

Abstract Background Childhood dental caries can affect the children’s and their parents’ oral health-related quality of life. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the impact of oral and dental health conditions on the oral health-related quality of life in preschool children and their parents. Methods In this descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study, samples were selected from children 3 to 6 years old enrolled in licensed kindergartens using "proportional allocation" sampling. Then, the parents of the children were asked to complete the Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS). Results In this study, 350 children aged 3 to 6 years were evaluated with a mean age of 4.73 years. The mean dmft index (decayed, missed, and filled teeth) was 3.94 ± 4.17. The mean score of oral health-related quality of life was 11.88 ± 6.9, which 9.36 ± 5.02 belongs to the impact on children and 2.52 ± 3.20 to parents' impact. Conclusions The mean score of ECOHIS increased with the dmft index increase in children, indicating a significant relationship between the dmft and ECOHIS score. These outcomes can be used as proper resources to develop preventive policies and promote oral health in young children.

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