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Total laparoscopic gastrocystoplasty: experimental technique in a porcine model
International Brazilian Journal of Urology, 2007 OBJECTIVE: Describe a unique simplified experimental technique for total laparoscopic gastrocystoplasty in a porcine model. MATERIAL AND METHODS: We performed laparoscopic gastrocystoplasty on 10 animals.
Frederico R. Romero +5 more
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[Mason vertical gastroplasty in treatment of morbid obesity. Results of a prospective clinical study] [PDF]
, 2000 Morbid obesity (body mass index > 40 kg/m2) is a risk factor for cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, neoplastic, and psychologic sequelae. In the present prospective clinical study 65 patients (11 men, 54 women) underwent vertical banded gastroplasty ...
Büchler, MW +7 more
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Obesity Reviews, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Gut microbiota‐derived metabolites are emerging as potential mediators between obesity and cardiometabolic conditions. While weight loss interventions modify microbiota composition, their effects on systemic microbial metabolites remain unclear.
Fernando Q. Iorra +5 more
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Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty: How I Do It?
, 2015 Background Primary endoscopic weight loss therapies are of interest for access, simplicity, and economy. The objective of this manuscript is to describe the endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty used in 50 patients.
Bautista-Castaño, I. +4 more
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Therapeutic Advances in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 2022 Background: Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is an incisionless procedure that reduces the size of the gastric cavity. In prior studies, it has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for obesity.
Avik Sarkar +18 more
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Obesity Reviews, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background In some of the existing literature, obesity is associated with increased complications in those who undergo lower limb arthroplasty. We conducted a systematic review and meta‐analysis to assess if pre‐arthroplasty weight loss mitigates increased post‐operative risks. Methods This systematic review and meta‐analysis was registered on
Moneet Gill +5 more
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Improved Glucagon Sensitivity Following Weight Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis
Obesity Reviews, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Objective This systematic review and meta‐analysis investigated the effect of weight loss in people with obesity on two biomarkers of glucagon resistance: fasting plasma glucagon and alanine. Methods A comprehensive search was conducted in Medline and Embase. Random‐effects meta‐analyses and correlation analyses were performed.
Hye‐Rin Charlotte Kim +4 more
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Wernicke's Encephalopathy Following Gastroplasty for Morbid Obesity
, 2001 :Background:The syndrome of Wernicke's encephalopathy consists of two of four features of (1) dietary deficiency; (2) oculomotor abnormality; (3) cerebellar dysfunction; and (4) confusion or mild memory impairment.
Chris Voll, Cory Toth
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Rethinking Global Obesity Guidelines: Integrating Evidence, Equity and Precision (2014–2026)
Obesity Reviews, EarlyView.Challenges and evidence in obesity guidelines. ABSTRACT Obesity remains a global health crisis characterized by substantial heterogeneity in diagnosis, management, and policy implementation. Although numerous national and international clinical practice guidelines have been published over the past decade, their translation into evidence‐based and ...
Rosero‐Revelo Ricardo +13 more
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PathophysiologyObesity is a big public health problem that claims several thousand lives every year. Bariatric surgery has arisen as a suitable procedure for treating obesity, particularly morbid obesity.
Daniel Araki Ribeiro +4 more
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