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Rumalla KC, Covell MM, Skandalakis GP, Rumalla K, Kassicieh AJ, Roy JM, Kazim SF, Segura A, Bowers CA. The frailty-driven predictive model for failure to rescue among patients who experienced a major complication following cervical decompression and fusion: an ACS-NSQIP analysis of 3,632 cases (2011-2020). Spine J 2024; 24:582-589. [PMID: 38103740 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2023.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 12/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Preoperative risk stratification for patients considering cervical decompression and fusion (CDF) relies on established independent risk factors to predict the probability of complications and outcomes in order to help guide pre and perioperative decision-making. PURPOSE This study aims to determine frailty's impact on failure to rescue (FTR), or when a mortality occurs within 30 days following a major complication. STUDY DESIGN/SETTING Cross-sectional retrospective analysis of retrospective and nationally-representative data. PATIENT SAMPLE The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP) database was queried for all CDF cases from 2011-2020. OUTCOME MEASURES CDF patients who experienced a major complication were identified and FTR was calculated as death or hospice disposition within 30 days of a major complication. METHODS Frailty was measured by the Risk Analysis Index-Revised (RAI-Rev). Baseline patient demographics and characteristics were compared for all FTR patients. Significant factors were assessed by univariate and multivariable regression for the development of a frailty-driven predictive model for FTR. The discriminative ability of the predictive model was assessed using a receiving operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. RESULTS There were 3632 CDF patients who suffered a major complication and 7.6% (277 patients) subsequently expired or dispositioned to hospice, the definition of FTR. Independent predictors of FTR were nonelective surgery, frailty, preoperative intubation, thrombosis or embolic complication, unplanned intubation, on ventilator for >48 hours, cardiac arrest, and septic shock. Frailty, and a combination of preoperative and postoperative risk factors in a predictive model for FTR, achieved outstanding discriminatory accuracy (C-statistic = 0.901, CI: 0.883-0.919). CONCLUSION Preoperative and postoperative risk factors, combined with frailty, yield a highly accurate predictive model for FTR in CDF patients. Our model may guide surgical management and/or prognostication regarding the likelihood of FTR after a major complication postoperatively with CDF patients. Future studies may determine the predictive ability of this model in other neurosurgical patient populations.
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- Kranti C Rumalla
- Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, 420 E Superior St., Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- School of Medicine, Georgetown University, 3900 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC, 20007, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, USA
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- Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai Central, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400008, India
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, USA
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- Bowers Neurosurgical Frailty and Outcomes Data Science Lab, 8342 S Levine Ln, Sandy, UT, 84070, USA.
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Delcarro A, Zanoni AAG, Ciccarese F, Oldani A, Villa R, Airoldi C, Olmi S. Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy in Patients Over 60 Years Old: A Long-Term Follow-Up. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2023; 33:1033-1039. [PMID: 37579046 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2023.0200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023] Open
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Purpose: This study analyzed the safety and effectiveness of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) in patients over 60 years old, in a long-term follow-up, in a high-volume bariatric center. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed all patients older than 60 years who underwent LSG in our center from January 2009 to December 2018. A prospectively collected database of 4991 consecutive LSG cases was reviewed. Results: One hundred seventy-nine sleeve gastrectomy procedures were performed in patients older than 60 years, 135 were aged 60-65 years (group A) and 44 were older than 65 years (group B). We reported five cases (2.7%) of early complications: three postoperative hemorrhages, one cardial leakage, and one perigastric abscess. No thromboembolic events or mortality rates were reported. The mean follow-up period was 5.5 years (66 months). The follow-up loss rate was about 29%. At last follow-up, the mean body-mass index/body mass/percentage of excess weight loss values were, respectively, 33.7 ± 7/86.1 ± 21/60.4 ± 28.6 in group A and 32.4 ± 6.4/82.6 ± 18/61.8 ± 33 in group B. We reported 5 (4.0%) trocar site hernias, 1 (0.8%) cardial junction stenosis, and 22 (18%) new outbreaks of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). There were 7 reinterventions (5.7%): 5 for weight regain and 2 for GERD not responding to medical therapy. There were no statistically significant differences between the two age groups. Conclusions: LSG is a safe and effective treatment for severe obesity in people over 60 years old. There are no differences in results of patients over 65 years and between 60 and 65 years old. Scales that include associated medical problems and the patient's general condition must be considered.
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- Department of General Surgery, Policlinico San Marco, Osio Sotto, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Policlinico San Marco, Osio Sotto, Italy
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- Department of Statistics, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy
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- School of Medicine, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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Rahimi AO, Ashouri Y, Maegawa F, Hsu CH, Ghaderi I. Robotic Bariatric Surgery in Older Adults, Is It Safer Than the Laparoscopic Approach? A 7-Year Analysis of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Database. Obes Surg 2023; 33:2671-2678. [PMID: 37434018 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-023-06720-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Utilization of the robotic platform in bariatric surgery has increased over the past several years. The population of older adults who benefit from bariatric surgery is also growing. This study evaluated the safety of robotic-assisted bariatric surgery in older adults using the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Database. METHODS Adults who underwent gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy and were ≥ 65 years old between the years 2015 and 2021 were included. The 30-day outcomes were assessed and stratified based on Clavien-Dindo (CD) classification of III-V. Univariable and multivariable logistic regressions were performed to identify predictors of CD ≥ III complications. RESULTS A total of 62,973 bariatric surgery patients were included. Most of the patients (90%) underwent laparoscopic surgery, and the remainder (10%) underwent robotic surgery. Robotic sleeve gastrectomy (R-SG) was associated with lower odds of developing CD ≥ III complications compared to three other procedures (adjusted odds ratio (aOR), 0.741; confidence interval (CI), 0.584-0.941; p 0.014). CONCLUSIONS Bariatric surgery using a robotic approach is considered safe for older patients. Robotic sleeve gastrectomy (R-SG) has the lowest morbidity and mortality rates compared to laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (L-SG), laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (L-RYGB), and robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (R-RYGB). The findings of this study can help surgeons and their elderly patients to make informed decisions regarding the safety of different bariatric surgical approaches.
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- Ahmad Omid Rahimi
- Section of Minimally Invasive, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, 1501N, Campbell Avenue, P.O. Box 245066, Tucson, AZ, 85724-5066, USA
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- Section of Minimally Invasive, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, 1501N, Campbell Avenue, P.O. Box 245066, Tucson, AZ, 85724-5066, USA
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- Section of Minimally Invasive, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, 1501N, Campbell Avenue, P.O. Box 245066, Tucson, AZ, 85724-5066, USA
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- Epidemiology and Biostatistics Department, University of Arizona College of Public Health, Tucson, AZ, USA
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- Section of Minimally Invasive, Robotic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, 1501N, Campbell Avenue, P.O. Box 245066, Tucson, AZ, 85724-5066, USA.
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Edwards MA, Hussain MWA, Spaulding AC. Gastric Bypass Mortality Trends in Racial Cohorts: Are We Improving? Obes Surg 2023; 33:1411-1421. [PMID: 36918474 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-023-06541-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2022] [Revised: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) continues to be safely performed in racial cohorts. However, studies continue to report differences in complications, with non-Hispanic black (NHB) patients having a higher rate of adverse outcomes, including mortality. It is unclear how these disparate outcomes have evolved over time. Our objective was to determine RYGB procedure and mortality trends in racial cohorts. METHODS Using the 2015 to 2019 Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Project (MBSAQIP) database, we identified primary RYGB cases performed laparoscopically or robotically. Non-Hispanic white (NHW) and non-Hispanic black (NHB) patient cohorts were matched based on patient and surgical characteristics. Conditional logistic regression analysis was conducted on the matched pairs. Primary outcomes of interest included year-to-year all-cause and procedure-related mortality. Stata/MP 16.1 was utilized for analysis, and a p-value of < 0.05 and a 95% confidence interval that excluded 1 were considered significant. RESULTS A total of 148,829 RYGB cases in NHW (82.8%) and Black (17.2%) patients were analyzed. RYGB trends remain similar for NHB and NHW patients over 5 years. In matched cohorts, all-cause mortality (OR 2.23; 95% CI: 1.16-4.29), aggregate related readmission (OR 1.39; 95% CI: 1.27-1.51), related reintervention (OR 1.36; 95% CI: 1.19-1.56), and VTE (OR 1.86; 95% CI: 1.40-2.45) were more likely in NHB patients. During the study period, year-to-year mortality was higher in NHB patients compared to NHW patients. CONCLUSION Over a 5-year period, year-to-year mortality remains higher in NHB patients after RYGB. While bariatric outcomes continue to improve, outcome gaps between racial cohorts seem to persist.
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- Michael A Edwards
- Advanced GI and Bariatrics Division, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, USA. .,Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, 4500 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, USA.
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- Advanced GI and Bariatrics Division, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, USA
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- Division of Health Care Delivery Research, Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, USA
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Ahmed MA, Zhang Z, Ramamoorthy V, Saxena A, Rubens M, Appunni S, McGranaghan P, Jalal AH, Veledar E. Difference in 30-Day Readmission Rates After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Laparoscopic Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: a Propensity Score Matched Study Using ACS NSQIP Data (2015-2019). Obes Surg 2023. [PMID: 36708467 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-022-06446-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Revised: 12/28/2022] [Accepted: 12/30/2022] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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PURPOSE There are very few studies that have compared the short-term outcomes of laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). Among short-term outcomes, hospital readmission after these procedures is an area for quality enhancement and cost reduction. In this study, we compared 30-day readmission rates after LSG and LRYGB through analyzing a nationalized dataset. In addition, we identified the reasons of readmission. MATERIALS AND METHODS The current study was a retrospective analysis of data from National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) All adult patients, ≥ 18 years of age and who had LSG or LRYGB during 2014 to 2019 were included. Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes were used to identify the procedures. Multivariate logistic regressions were used to calculate propensity score adjusted odds ratios (ORs) for all cause 30-day re-admissions. RESULTS There were 109,900 patients who underwent laparoscopic bariatric surgeries (67.5% LSG and 32.5% LRYGB). Readmissions were reported in 4168 (3.8%) of the patients and were more common among RYGB recipients compared to LSG (5.6% versus 2.9%, P < 0.001). The odds of 30-day readmissions were significantly higher among LRYGB group compared to LSG group (AOR, 2.20; 95% CI; 1.83, 2.64). In addition, variables such as age, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypertension, bleeding disorders, blood urea nitrogen, SGOT, alkaline phosphatase, hematocrit, and operation time were significantly predicting readmission rates. CONCLUSIONS Readmission rates were significantly higher among those receiving LRYGB, compared to LSG. Readmission was also affected by many patient factors. The factors could help patients and providers to make informed decisions for selecting appropriate procedures.
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Until recently, weight loss in older obese people was feared because of ensuing muscle loss and frailty. Facing overall increasing longevity, high rates of obesity in older individuals (age ≥ 65 years) and a growing recognition of the health and functional cost of the number of obesity years, abetted by evidence that intentional weight loss in older obese people is safe, this approach is gradually, but not unanimously, being replaced by more active principles. Lifestyle interventions that include reduced but sufficient energy intake, age-adequate protein and micronutrient intake, coupled with aerobic and resistance exercise tailored to personal limitations, can induce weight loss with improvement in frailty indices. Sustained weight loss at this age can prevent or ameliorate diabetes. More active steps are controversial. The use of weight loss medications, particularly glucagon-like peptide-1 analogs (liraglutide as the first example), provides an additional treatment tier. Its safety and cardiovascular health benefits have been convincingly shown in older obese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. In our opinion, this option should not be denied to obese individuals with prediabetes or other obesity-related comorbidities based on age. Finally, many reports now provide evidence that bariatric surgery can be safely performed in older people as the last treatment tier. Risk-benefit issues should be considered with extreme care and disclosed to candidates. The selection process requires good presurgical functional status, individualized consideration of the sequels of obesity, and reliance on centers that are highly experienced in the surgical procedure as well as short-term and long-term subsequent comprehensive care and support.
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- Assaf Buch
- The Sagol Center for Epigenetics of Aging and Metabolism, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- The Institute of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Hypertension, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
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- The Sagol Center for Epigenetics of Aging and Metabolism, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- The Institute of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Hypertension, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv 6997801, Israel
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- The Sagol Center for Epigenetics of Aging and Metabolism, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- The Institute of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Hypertension, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
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- The Sagol Center for Epigenetics of Aging and Metabolism, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- Department of Diabetes, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
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- The Sagol Center for Epigenetics of Aging and Metabolism, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- The Institute of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Hypertension, Tel Aviv-Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv 6997801, Israel
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Frieder JS, Montorfano L, Gomez CO, Aleman R, Okida LF, Ferri F, Funes DR, Lo Menzo E, Szomstein S, Rosenthal RJ. Sleeve gastrectomy versus Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in patients Aged ≥65 years: a comparison of short-term outcomes. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2021; 17:1409-1415. [PMID: 34031010 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2021.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2020] [Revised: 03/23/2021] [Accepted: 07/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Bariatric surgery in the elderly population has been reported as feasible and safe. Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) seems to have fewer complications than Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) even in the 65 years of age population. We analyzed the difference in weight loss between SG and RYGB in patients age 65 years. OBJECTIVES To analyze and compare outcomes between SG and RYGB in patients 65 years of age and older. SETTING Academic hospital, United States. METHODS After internal review board approval, we retrospectively reviewed 2486 patients who underwent either SG or RYGB between 2005 and 2018 at our institution. Basic demographics, preoperative body mass index (BMI), and co-morbidities were described. We identified all patients age ≥65 years and subsequently divided them into 2 groups based on type of bariatric procedure performed. Analysis and comparison of outcomes between these groups were completed. Postoperative BMI was reviewed at 6, 12, and 24 months and percent excess BMI loss (%EBMIL, as defined by the ASMBS clinical committee) was calculated accordingly. The t test and χ2 analysis were performed for nominal and categorical variables, respectively. RESULTS From 2486 patients reviewed, 22.7% (n = 565) were aged ≥65 years. From these, 43.1% (n = 244) underwent SG and 56.8% (n = 321) underwent RYGB. White and female patients were predominant in both groups. Mean age was similar for both populations (SG: 71.1 ± 4.0, RYGB: 71.7 ± 4.5; P = .12). Pre-procedure mean BMI for both groups was close in value, but the difference was statistically significant (40.5 ± 5.5 for SG versus 43.7 ± 7.2 for RYGB; P < .0001). Postoperative follow-up rates were similar in both groups at 12 and 24 months (SG: 51.2% and 31.6%; RYGB: 48.3% and 34.3%; P = .49 and P = .5). The %EBMIL at 6, 12, and 24 months was higher for the RYGB group than the SG group (59.3 ± 27.9, 72.1 ± 29.5, 77.4 ± 26.1 versus 50.2 ± 21.9, 55.2 ± 25.6, 43.9 ± 32.2; P < .01, P < .01, and P < .01, respectively). Complication rates were significantly higher in RYGB versus SG (27.7% versus 9.4%; P < .01). We observed significantly higher anastomotic ulcer and stricture rates for RYGB versus SG (7.2% and 5.9 versus 0% and 0%; P < .01 and P < .01, respectively). RYGB had a higher rate for gastrointestinal obstruction requiring intervention (2.2% versus .4%; P = .07). A similar de novo gastroesophageal reflux disease rate was noted in both procedures (3.7% versus 3.7%; P = .98). No leaks were reported in either group. CONCLUSIONS Both SG and RYGB are effective weight loss procedures for patients aged ≥65 years. RYGB seems to have higher %EBMIL at 1 and 2 years; however, when compared with SG, complication rates appear to be almost 3 times higher.
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- Joel S Frieder
- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida
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- Department of General Surgery and the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Florida.
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Shenoy SS, Gilliam A, Mehanna A, Kanakala V, Bussa G, Gill T, Sanderson K, Viswanath YKS, Shanmugam V. Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass in Elderly Bariatric Patients: Safety and Efficacy-a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Obes Surg 2021; 30:4467-4473. [PMID: 32594469 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-020-04819-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Obesity is a chronic disease due to excess fat storage, a genetic predisposition, and environmental contribution where surgery offers a viable treatment option. The surgical treatment of obesity in the elderly population (> 55 years) remains controversial. PURPOSE To evaluate the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) and laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) in elderly bariatric patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data was sourced from MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PubMed, and Cochrane databases for peer-reviewed, randomized controlled trials, and observational studies in the English language were searched from the year 1991 until 2019. From the extracted data, early and late procedural complications and mortality were used as safety outcomes. Weight loss was the primary outcome for effectiveness while the resolution of obesity-related comorbidities was included as secondary outcomes. The Review Manager (Rev Man 5.3)™ software was used for statistical analysis. RESULTS Of the forty-one screened studies, nine studies were included in the final analysis. There was no difference between LSG and LRYGB regarding early complications and mortality 3.6% versus 5.8% (p = 0.15) and 0.1% versus 0.8% (p = 0.27). Patients who underwent LRYGB had more late complications compared with those who underwent LSG (0.07% and 0.03%, p = 0.001). There was no difference in terms of weight loss at the end of 1 year. Patients who underwent LRYGB had a better resolution of obesity-related comorbidities, not statistically significant. CONCLUSION LRYGB has better efficacy when compared with LSG. However, high-risk elderly patients should be considered for LSG given the lesser morbidity and comparable efficacy with LRYGB.
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- Sachin S Shenoy
- Department of Surgery, County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, Darlington, UK
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- County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, Darlington, UK
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- Department of Surgery, James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, UK
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- James Cook University Hospital, South Tees Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Middlesbrough, UK
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- North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, UK
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- North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, UK
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- SHSC Women and Children's Health/Public Health, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK
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- James Cook University Hospital, South Tees Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Middlesbrough, UK. .,Endoscopy Suites, James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, TS43BW, UK.
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Thaher O, Wolf S, Hukauf M, Stroh C. Propensity Score-Matching Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG) vs. Gastric Bypass (RYGB) in Patients ≥ 60 Years. Obes Surg 2021; 31:2682-2690. [PMID: 33661453 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-021-05320-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2020] [Revised: 02/15/2021] [Accepted: 02/23/2021] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Since 1 January 2005, the practice of bariatric surgery has been examined with the help of the German Bariatric Surgery Registry (GBSR) in Germany. The focus of the study was to evaluate if sleeve gastrectomy (SG) or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) has the best benefit in terms of perioperative risk in patients over 60 years of age. METHODS Data collection includes patients over the age of 60 years who underwent SG or RYGB between 2005 and 2017. The bougie is limited to 33-40 French for SG. Furthermore, the RYGB is determined to be 120-180 cm alimentary and 40-60 cm biliopancreatic length. Outcome criteria are perioperative morbidity, postoperative complications, 30-day mortality, and postoperative length of stay. RESULTS The study analyzes data from 3561 patients beyond the age of 60 years who underwent SG (1970 patients) and RYGB (1591 patients). Mean age of the patients was 63.4 ± 3.2 in the RYGB group and 63.8 ± 3.5 in the SG group. Mean BMI was 46.4 ± 6.8 in the RYGB group and 49.1 ± 8.0 in the SG group. The average number of comorbidities was 4.5 ± 2.4 for RYGB and 4.5 ± 2.3 for SG. For the 30-day mortality, identical results were found SG vs. RYGB (0.31 vs. 0.38, p = 1.000). CONCLUSION Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that both SG and RYGB in patients ≥ 60 years can be considered safe surgical procedures.
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- Omar Thaher
- Department of Surgery, Marien Hospital Herne, University Hospitals of the Ruhr University of Bochum, Herne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Vascular and Transplantation Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Department of Obesity and Metabolic Surgery, SRH Hospital, Gera, Germany.
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Goshtasbi K, Abouzari M, Soltanzadeh-Zarandi S, Sarna B, Lee A, Hsu FPK, Djalilian HR. The association of age, body mass index, and frailty with vestibular schwannoma surgical morbidity. Clin Neurol Neurosurg 2020; 197:106192. [PMID: 32916396 DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2020.106192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2020] [Revised: 08/24/2020] [Accepted: 08/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate whether increased body mass index (BMI), age, or frailty influence vestibular schwannoma (VS) short-term surgical morbidity. METHODS The 2005-2017 National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database was queried for patients with VS undergoing surgical resection. Age was stratified according to age <50, 50-64, and ≥65, while BMI was stratified based on a threshold of 30. Frailty score (0-5) was indicated based on functional status, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, and hypertension. RESULTS A total of 1405 patients were included consisting of 56.7 % females with a mean age of 50.7 ± 13.8 years and mean BMI of 29.4 ± 6.6. Patients <50 (n = 604), 50-64 (n = 578), and ≥65 (n = 223), had different duration of surgery (428 ± 173 vs. 392 ± 149 vs. 387 ± 154 min; p < 0.001) and 30-day mortality rates (0.7 % vs. 0% vs. 1.8 %; p = 0.01). However, post-operative length of stay (LOS) (p = 0.16), readmission (p = 0.08), reoperation (p = 0.54), and complication rates were similar. Post-operative myocardial infarction (p = 0.03) and wound infection (p = 0.02) were more commonly observed in the obese cohort (BMI≥30) but readmission (p = 0.18), reoperation (p = 0.44), and complication rates were similar to those with BMI<30. Severely obese patients (BMI≥35) also had higher rates of deep vein thrombosis (p = 0.004). Frailty score 0 (n=921), 1 (n=375), and 2-4 (n=109) was associated with LOS (4.7±3.5 vs. 5.3 ± 4.1 vs. 6.7 ± 6.6 days, p < 0.001) and prolonged intubation rates (1.0 % vs. 2.4 % vs. 3.7 %; p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS Increased age, BMI, and frailty among VS patients were associated with different post-operative complication rates, operation time, or LOS. Knowledge of these can optimize care for at-risk patients.
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Santos MPD, Gonçalves JE, Takahashi AAR, Britto BB, Beraldo FB, Waisberg J, Tanno LK. Safety and effectiveness of laparoscopic Y-en-Roux gastric bypass surgery in obese elderly patients. Acta Cir Bras 2020; 35:e202000606. [PMID: 32638828 PMCID: PMC7345937 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-865020200060000006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 05/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Purpose To analyze, in aged obese patients, the weight loss, comorbidity control, and safety postoperative complications of bariatric surgery by Roux-en-Y gastric bypass technique. Methods Twenty-seven patients who underwent laparoscopic weight-reducing gastroplasty with Roux-en-Y gastric bypass to treat obesity were included. All patients were ≥ 60 years old at the time of surgery. The Wilcoxon test was used for statistical analysis, and a p-value ≤0.05it was considered significant. Results Ten (90.9%) patients with dyslipidemia were cured (p < 0.001). Nine (81.8%) patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus had total improvement and 2 (18.2%) had partial improvement (p = 0.003). In 23 patients with systemic arterial hypertension, 9 (39.1%) achieved total improvement and 14 (60.9%) partial improvement (p = 0.140). Five (71.4%) patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome were cured (p = <0.001). For other comorbidities, no partial improvement or cure was shown. Conclusions Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery in obese elderly patients can be performed safely and with low morbidity and mortality rates. The benefits of weight loss and reduced comorbidities are promising and like those of the younger population.
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Giordano S, Salminen P. Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Is Safe for Patients Over 60 Years of Age: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2020; 30:12-19. [DOI: 10.1089/lap.2019.0463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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- Salvatore Giordano
- Department of Plastic and General Surgery, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Surgery, Satasairaala Central Hospital, Pori, Finland
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
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Guerrier JB, Dietch ZC, Schirmer BD, Hallowell PT. Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Is Associated with Lower 30-Day Morbidity Versus Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass: an Analysis of the American College of Surgeons NSQIP. Obes Surg 2018; 28:3567-72. [PMID: 30014238 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-3396-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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PURPOSE Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has rapidly gained popularity as a single-stage operation for the treatment of morbid obesity, as patients undergoing LSG have been shown to achieve similar weight loss and resolution of obesity-related comorbidities in comparison to those undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), the "gold standard" bariatric operation. Although LSG poses fewer technical challenges than RYGB, little is known about differences in short-term outcomes among patients undergoing LSG and RYGB. We hypothesized that LSG is associated with lower 30-day risk-adjusted serious morbidity. METHODS Preoperative characteristics and 30-day outcomes from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACSNSQIP) Participant Use Files (PUF) 2010-2014 were selected for all patients who underwent LSG or RYGB. Descriptive comparisons were performed using chi-square and Wilcoxon's rank-sum tests as appropriate. The primary outcome was a risk-adjusted composite measure of 30-day serious morbidity and mortality. RESULTS We analyzed records for 47,982 (42.0%) and 66,380 (58.0%) patients undergoing LSG and RYGB, respectively. On univariate analysis, LSG patients had a lower rate of organ space infection (0.45% vs. 0.68%, p < 0.001), lower rate of bleeding requiring transfusions (1.00% vs. 1.60%, p < 0.001), lower rate of sepsis (0.34% vs. 0.49%, p < 0.001), and septic shock (0.12% vs. 0.22%, p < 0.001) and required fewer unplanned reoperations (1.34% vs. 2.56%, p < 0.001) than RYGB patients. Both groups had similar rates of deep venous thrombosis (0.33% vs. 0.28%, p = 0.15) and pulmonary embolism (0.17% vs. 0.21%, p = 0.15). Mortality was lower among LSG patients (0.09% vs. 0.14%, p = 0.01). On multivariate analysis, RYGB was associated with higher risk-adjusted 30-day serious morbidity than LSG (odds ratio 1.61; 95% CI 1.52-1.71, p < 0.001). Older age, female gender, higher BMI, and insulin-dependent diabetes were also associated with risk of serious morbidity (C-statistic = 0.60). CONCLUSION Serious morbidity following bariatric surgery is uncommon; however, LSG may be associated with modest protection from adverse 30-day outcomes in comparison to RYGB. Our conclusion is limited by the difference in baseline risk factors of the populations studied.
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Hajer AA, Wolff S, Benedix F, Hukauf M, Manger T, Stroh C; Obesity Surgery Working Group., Competence Network Obesity. Trends in Early Morbidity and Mortality after Sleeve Gastrectomy in Patients over 60 Years : Retrospective Review and Data Analysis of the German Bariatric Surgery Registry. Obes Surg 2018; 28:1831-7. [PMID: 29417488 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-3110-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The population are getting older and obesity is growing. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is increasingly used worldwide but is still used with skepticism in the elderly. The purpose of our analysis is to judge the security of LSG in patients older than 60 years compared to patients younger than 60 years. METHODS This retrospective review included data of all patients in Germany who underwent LSG between January 2005 and December 2016.The data were published online in the German Bariatric Surgery Registry. A total of 21,571 operations were gathered and divided into two groups: group I, patients < 60 years old; and group II, patients ≥ 60 years old. RESULTS The total number of patients and the mean body mass index of group I and group II was 19,786, 51.7 ± 9.5 kg/m2 and 1771, 49.2 ± 8.1 kg/m2, respectively. Regarding comorbidities, group II suffered statistically significantly more comorbidities than group I (p < 0.001). The general postoperative complications were 4.9% in group I and 7.8% in group II (p < 0.001). There was no significant difference in special postoperative complications (p = 0.048) and a slightly higher intraoperative complication rate in group II (2.2% vs. 1.6%, p = 0.048). Thirty-day mortality rate for group I versus II was 0.22% and 0.23% (p = 0.977), respectively. CONCLUSIONS LSG is a low-risk operation and safe surgical method with acceptable, not elevated perioperative morbidity and mortality rates in patients ≥ 60 years of age.
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Petrick AT, Kuhn JE, Parker DM, Prasad J, Still C, Wood GC. Bariatric surgery is safe and effective in Medicare patients regardless of age: an analysis of primary gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy outcomes. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2019; 15:1704-1711. [PMID: 31519487 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2019.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2018] [Revised: 06/24/2019] [Accepted: 07/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Numerous studies have shown that bariatric surgery in older patients is safe and effective. However, both the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and a Medicare Evidence Advisory Committee (MEDCAC) have cited gaps in the evidence for outcomes in Medicare patients undergoing bariatric surgery. These gaps are predominantly in the safety and outcomes evidence in Medicare patients younger than 65 years old (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services [CMS] < 65). OBJECTIVES The aim of our study was to review both the safety and efficacy of gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) in Medicare patients compared with other payers. SETTING A single academic medical center. METHODS A prospectively maintained database of 3300 patients who underwent bariatric surgery between January 2007 and December 2017 was utilized. The outcomes of Medicare patients undergoing RYGB and SG were analyzed and compared to those of similar patients covered by Medicaid or Commercial insurers. RESULTS There were too few patients with commercial insurance older than 65 to compare to those with Medicare (CMS ≥ 65). Mortality at 90 days for CMS ≥ 65 was 1.3% and the overall complication rate was 20.1% (minor 15.6%; major 7.1%). Total weight loss (TWL) at 6 months and 1, 2, and 3 years was 25.3%, 30.0%, 29.9%, and 29.4% respectively. For any time after surgery, 23% of CMS ≥ 65 had complete remission of diabetes and 45% had partial remission. Demographic analysis of CMS < 65 found Medicare patients were significantly older with more diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia than those with commercial payers. Mortality at 90 days for CMS < 65 was 0.6% and the overall complication rate was 18.3% (minor 14.3%; major 4.7%). Mortality was not significantly different between payers. After adjustment for baseline differences and comparing to the Medicare group, the commercial group was less likely to have minor complications (P = .019), any complications (P = .007), and extended length of stay (P < .001). The TWL for the entire cohort age <65 at 6 months and 1, 2, and 3 years was 28.1%, 34.1%, 34.1%, and 31.8% respectively. After adjusting for differences, there was no significant difference in TWL between payers. For any time after surgery, complete remission of diabetes was 45% in CMS < 65 patients and partial remission was 59%. The comparison of remission between groups was then adjusted for DiaRem score and surgery type. CMS < 65 patients had significantly less partial remission of diabetes than commercial patients (P = .034) but no difference in complete remission. CONCLUSIONS RYGB and SG are both safe and effective in Medicare patients of all ages. CMS ≥ 65 have acceptable mortality and complication rates with TWL and diabetes remission similar to younger patients. CMS < 65 patients are older than those with commercial insurance with more comorbid disease. While they have longer hospital stays after bariatric surgery, their weight loss and complete remission of diabetes are no different than patients with Medicaid or commercial insurance. This study helps fill an important evidence gap in bariatric surgical patients raised by both Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and a Medicare Evidence Advisory Committee.
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- Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pennsylvania
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- Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pennsylvania
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- Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pennsylvania
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Mendiratta, Dayama, Azhar, Prodhan, Wei. Bariatric Procedures in Older Adults in the United States: Analysis of a Multicenter Database. Geriatrics (Basel) 2019; 4:32. [PMID: 31010088 PMCID: PMC6631888 DOI: 10.3390/geriatrics4020032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2019] [Revised: 04/03/2019] [Accepted: 04/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Bariatric procedures help reduce obesity-related comorbidities and thus improve survival. Clinical characteristics and outcomes after bariatric procedures in older adults were investigated. Methods: A multi-institutional Nationwide Inpatient Sample (NIS) database was queried from years 2005 through 2012. Older adults >60 years of age with procedure codes for bariatric procedures and a diagnosis of obesity/morbid obesity were selected to compare clinical characteristics/outcomes between those undergoing closed versus open procedures and identify risk factors associated with in-hospital mortality and increased hospital length of stay (LOS). Results: Over the study period, 79,122 bariatric procedures were performed. Those undergoing open procedures compared to closed procedures had a higher in-hospital mortality (0.8% vs. 0.2%) and a longer hospital LOS (4.8 days vs. 2.2 days). Risk factors significantly associated with in-hospital mortality were open procedures, the Western region, and the Elixhauser comorbidity index. Risk factors associated with increased LOS were Medicaid insurance type, an open procedure, a higher Elixhauser comorbidity score, a required skilled nursing facility (SNF) discharge, and died in hospital. Conclusion: Closed bariatric procedures are increasingly being preferred in older adults, with a four-fold lower mortality compared to open procedures. Besides choice of procedure, the presence of specific comorbidities is associated with increased mortality in older adults.
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The study aims to systematically review the available evidence regarding weight loss interventions (lifestyle, surgical, and pharmacological) for obesity in adults aged over 60 years. A search of prospective, randomized studies took place in January 2018, on Medline (Web of Science) and PubMed databases. Search terms included the following: elderly, obese, hypocaloric, pharmacotherapy, and bariatric surgery. Abstracts were screened for eligibility. A total of 256 publications regarding lifestyle interventions were identified; of these, 69 studies were eligible. As no eligible studies were identified for pharmacotherapy or bariatric surgery, the search was broadened to include non- randomized studies. Four pharmacotherapy and 66 surgery studies were included. Lifestyle intervention had similar weight loss efficacy in older compared with younger people, with positive effects on a number of relevant outcomes, including physical function and cardiovascular parameters. There was little data regarding obesity pharmacotherapy in older persons. The available data for bariatric surgery indicate comparable weight loss and resolution of type 2 diabetes, with similar or slightly higher complication rates in older compared with younger people. Older age alone should not be considered a contraindication to intensive lifestyle or surgical intervention for obesity. There are insufficient data to guide clinical decisions regarding obesity pharmacotherapy in older people.
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- Cilla Haywood
- Department of Medicine (Austin Health), University of Melbourne, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Endocrinology, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Aged Care, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine (Austin Health), University of Melbourne, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Endocrinology, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia
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Roth RM, Rotenberg S, Carmasin J, Billmeier S, Batsis JA. Neuropsychological Functioning in Older Adults with Obesity: Implications for Bariatric Surgery. J Nutr Gerontol Geriatr 2019; 38:69-82. [PMID: 30794078 DOI: 10.1080/21551197.2018.1564722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Bariatric surgery is the most effective approach to treating morbid obesity, resulting in decreased morbidity, mortality, and improved quality of life. Research on outcomes has generally been restricted to young and middle-aged adults, despite a growing epidemic of obesity in older adults. The use of bariatric surgery has been limited in older individuals, in part due to concerns that preexisting cognitive dysfunction increases the risk of poor post-surgical outcomes, including cognitive decline. The literature on the relationship between obesity and cognition in older adults is emerging, but fraught by several methodological limitations. While there is insufficient research to determine the nature of cognitive outcomes following bariatric surgery in older adults, the aim of this paper is to review the existing evidence and make the case for further study.
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- Robert M Roth
- a Department of Psychiatry , Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Lebanon , NH , USA.,b Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center , Lebanon , NH , USA
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- a Department of Psychiatry , Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Lebanon , NH , USA.,b Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center , Lebanon , NH , USA
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- b Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center , Lebanon , NH , USA.,d Department of Surgery , Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Hanover , NH , USA
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- b Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center , Lebanon , NH , USA.,e Department of Medicine , Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth , Hanover , NH , USA.,f The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice , Lebanon , NH , USA
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Sims SM, Kao AM, Spaniolas K, Celio AC, Sippey M, Heniford BT, Kasten KR. Chronic immunosuppressant use in colorectal cancer patients worsens postoperative morbidity and mortality through septic complications in a propensity-matched analysis. Colorectal Dis 2019; 21:156-163. [PMID: 30244521 DOI: 10.1111/codi.14432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2018] [Accepted: 09/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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AIM Chronic immunosuppressant use increases the risk of septic complications after colectomy; however, adverse effects on other organ systems remain poorly understood. The aim of this study was to evaluate the multisystem organ effect(s) of chronic immunosuppressant(s) in colorectal cancer patients. METHODS This was a retrospective study. The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement database (2005-2012) was queried. The primary end-points were 30-day mortality and 30-day morbidity after colectomy in patients on chronic immunosuppressant(s) compared to a non-immunosuppressant cohort. RESULTS In total, 50 766 patients were identified, with 1203 (2.4%) taking chronic immunosuppressant(s). After propensity matching, 1197 patients in each cohort were evaluated with no differences seen in age, body mass index, male sex, wound classification, emergency case status, the presence of preoperative sepsis or operative time. On outcome analysis, 30-day mortality (5.7% vs 3.4%, P < 0.001) and 30-day overall morbidity (35.4% vs 29.0%, P = 0.001) were higher in patients on chronic immunosuppressant(s). Septic complications (10.6% vs 7.9%, P = 0.02) and surgical site infections (15.3% vs 12.3%, P = 0.03) were elevated with chronic immunosuppressant(s). There were no differences in cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal or neurological complications. Chronic immunosuppressant patients demonstrated longer total hospital stay (11.4 ± 11.7 vs 9.5 ± 9.4 days, P < 0.001) and postoperative length of stay (9.4 ± 9.2 vs 8.1 ± 7.6 days, P < 0.001). The limitation was that this was a retrospective study using a clinical dataset. CONCLUSION In this study, immunosuppressant use is associated with worsened infective complications, without contributing to organ-specific complications following colectomy. Significant thought should be given to anastomosis vs stoma creation to possibly prevent worsened morbidity and mortality. Future study is required to determine specific pathways for risk reduction.
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- S M Sims
- Division of Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Bariatric, Foregut and Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery, Health Sciences Center, Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook, New York, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
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Gray KD, Moore MD, Bellorin O, Abelson JS, Dakin G, Zarnegar R, Pomp A, Afaneh C. Increased Metabolic Benefit for Obese, Elderly Patients Undergoing Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass vs Sleeve Gastrectomy. Obes Surg 2018; 28:636-642. [PMID: 28852955 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-017-2904-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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PURPOSE We sought to assess outcomes of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) vs laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) in a cohort of morbidly obese, elderly patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Retrospective review was conducted of all patients age 60 years or greater undergoing LSG or LRYGB at our institution between 2007 and 2014. RESULTS A total of 134 patients who underwent LSG (n = 65) or LRYGB (n = 69) were identified. Groups were similar with respect to age (64 years, range 60-75 years), BMI (44.0 ± 6.1), and ASA score (91% ≥ ASA 3). There were no differences in major post-operative complications (3, 4.7% LSG vs 4, 5.8% LRYGB, p = 0.75). Median follow-up was 39 months (IQR 14-64 months) with no patients lost to follow-up. Patients undergoing LRYGB had improvement in each of diabetes mellitus 2 (DM2), hypertension (HTN), hyperlipidemia (HL), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as well as a significant decrease in insulin use (16/47, 34.0% pre-operatively vs 7/47, 15.2% post-operatively; p = 0.03). Patients undergoing LSG had improvement in DM2 and HTN but not in HL or GERD; there was no reduction in insulin dependence. Weight loss was not significantly different between groups; mean percent total weight loss at 36 months was 26.9 ± 9.0% in the LSG group and 23.9 ± 9.3% in the LRYGB group, p = 0.24. CONCLUSIONS Both LSG and RYGB can be safely performed on morbidly obese, elderly adults. At intermediate follow-up, there is an increased metabolic benefit for elderly patients undergoing LRYGB over LSG.
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- Katherine D Gray
- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine, 1300 York Ave. A1027, New York, NY, 10065, USA. .,, 525 E 68th St, Box 294, New York, NY, 10021, USA.
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El Chaar M, Stoltzfus J. Assessment of Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgical Technique: First Look at 30-Day Outcomes Based on the MBSAQIP Database. J Am Coll Surg 2018; 227:564-572. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2018.09.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2018] [Revised: 09/25/2018] [Accepted: 09/25/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Panagiotou OA, Markozannes G, Adam GP, Kowalski R, Gazula A, Di M, Bond DS, Ryder BA, Trikalinos TA. Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Bariatric Procedures in Medicare-Eligible Patients: A Systematic Review. JAMA Surg 2018; 153:e183326. [PMID: 30193303 DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2018.3326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Importance The prevalence of obesity in patients older than 65 years is increasing. A substantial number of beneficiaries covered by Medicare meet eligibility criteria for bariatric procedures. Objective To assess the comparative effectiveness and safety of bariatric procedures in the Medicare-eligible population. Evidence Review This systematic review was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines. Articles were identified through searches of PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Cochrane Central Trials Registry, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and scientific information packages from manufacturers, ClinicalTrials.gov, World Health Organization International Clinical Trials Registry Platform, and US Food and Drug Administration drugs and devices portals from January 1, 2000, to June 31, 2017. Randomized and nonrandomized comparative studies that evaluated bariatric procedures in the Medicare-eligible population were eligible. Six researchers extracted data on design, interventions, outcomes, and study quality. Findings were synthesized qualitatively; a planned meta-analysis was not undertaken owing to clinical heterogeneity. Findings A total of 11 455 citations were screened for eligibility. Of those, 16 met the eligibility criteria. Compared with no surgery or conventional weight-loss treatment, bariatric surgery results in greater weight loss. Overall mortality after 30 days is lower among bariatric patients (hazard ratio, HR, 0.50; 95% CI, 0.31-0.79, in the study with the longest follow-up of 5.9 years), although, based on 1 study, mortality within 30 days of surgery was higher than in nonsurgically treated controls (1.55% vs 0.53%; P < .001). Bariatric surgery is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease (HR, 0.59; 95% CI, 0.44-0.79 in the largest study comparison) and with improvements in respiratory, musculoskeletal, metabolic, and renal outcomes (increase in estimated glomerular filtration rate, 9.84; 95% CI, 8.05-11.62 mL/min/1.73m2). Compared with sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and adjustable gastric banding (AGB), Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) appears to be associated with greater weight loss (percent excess weight loss, 23.8% [95% CI, 16.2%-31.4%] at the longest follow-up of 4 years) but the 3 procedures have similar associations with most non-weight loss outcomes. Overall postoperative complications are not statistically significantly different between RYGB and SG, although major and/or serious complications are more common after RYGB. However, these associations are susceptible to at least moderate risk of confounding, selection, or measurement biases. Conclusions and Relevance In the Medicare population, there is low to moderate strength of evidence that bariatric surgery as a weight loss treatment improves non-weight loss outcomes. Well-designed comparative studies are needed to credibly determine the treatment effects for bariatric procedures in this patient population.
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- Orestis A Panagiotou
- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island.,Center for Gerontology & Healthcare Research, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island.,Department of Health Services, Policy & Practice, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island.,Department of Hygiene & Epidemiology, University of Ioannina, School of Medicine, Ioannina, Greece
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- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island.,Department of Biostatistics, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School, Providence, Rhode Island.,The Miriam Hospital Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of General Surgery, Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Evidence-based Practice Center, Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island.,Department of Health Services, Policy & Practice, Brown University School of Public Health, Providence, Rhode Island
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Major P, Wysocki M, Janik M, Stefura T, Walędziak M, Pędziwiatr M, Kowalewski P, Paśnik K, Budzyński A. Impact of age on postoperative outcomes in bariatric surgery. Acta Chir Belg 2018; 118:307-314. [PMID: 29397782 DOI: 10.1080/00015458.2018.1433797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Age is often related to the increase of perioperative complications and reoperation rates. The authors aimed to determine the influence of age on outcomes of most commonly performed bariatric procedures. METHODS The retrospective study included patients qualified for primary Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG) or Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (LRYGB) in two academic hospitals. Patients were divided into two groups: ≥50 (21.2-26.9%) and <50 (57.6-73.1%) years old. Endpoints assessed the influence of patients' age on the perioperative and the one-year postoperative period. RESULTS Operative time was longer in the ≥50-year-old group, but only for LRYGB. There were no differences in the intraoperative adverse events, postoperative morbidity, reoperation and readmission rates between the groups. The risk of port site hernia was increased (OR: 4.23, CI: 1.49-12.06) in the ≥50-year-old group. The mean % of total weight loss 12 months after the bariatric procedure was comparable, but % of excess weight loss and % of excess body mass index loss were lower in the ≥50-year-old group (p = .033 and .032). CONCLUSIONS Bariatric surgery is safe and feasible in patients over 50 years old. The weight loss effect can be worse among patients over 50 years old; nevertheless, the treatment should be considered as effective.
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- Piotr Major
- 2nd Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
- Centre for Research, Training and Innovation in Surgery (CERTAIN Surgery), Krakow, Poland
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- 2nd Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
- Centre for Research, Training and Innovation in Surgery (CERTAIN Surgery), Krakow, Poland
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- Department of General, Oncological, Metabolic and Thoracic Surgery, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Students’ Scientific Group at 2nd Department of Surgery, JUMC, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of General, Oncological, Metabolic and Thoracic Surgery, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- 2nd Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
- Centre for Research, Training and Innovation in Surgery (CERTAIN Surgery), Krakow, Poland
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- Department of General, Oncological, Metabolic and Thoracic Surgery, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of General, Oncological, Metabolic and Thoracic Surgery, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- 2nd Department of General Surgery, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
- Centre for Research, Training and Innovation in Surgery (CERTAIN Surgery), Krakow, Poland
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There have been limited data on the safety of laparoscopic bariatric surgery in the elderly. To compare outcomes of laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) between elderly (‡65 years) and nonelderly (18–64 years) patients. Using the 2011 to 2015 NSQIP database, we analyzed severely obese patients who underwent LRYGB or LSG. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to assess primary outcomes including 30-day mortality, serious morbidity, length of stay, and readmission. There were 41,475 LRYGB cases performed, including 2,010 (4.8%) cases in elderly patients. Compared with the nonelderly, elderly patients who underwent LRYGB had higher serious morbidity [odds ratio (OR) = 1.43, confidence interval (CI) = 1.16–1.76, P = 0.001], but similar 30-day mortality (OR = 0.8, CI = 0.28–2.34, P = 0.688). There were 44,550 LSG cases performed, including 2,055 (4.6%) cases in elderly patients. Compared with the nonelderly, elderly patients who underwent LSG had significantly higher serious morbidity (OR = 1.44, CI = 1.12–1.84, P = 0.005) and higher 30-day mortality (OR = 3.62, CI = 1.34–9.83, P = 0.011). Laparoscopic bariatric surgery is safe in the elderly population, and is similar between bariatric procedures. However, elderly patients have higher serious morbidity; therefore, they should be counseled regarding their higher risk, but should not be denied bariatric surgery based solely on their age.
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- Christina Y. Koh
- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange, California
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange, California
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange, California
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- Department of Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange, California
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Minhem MA, Safadi BY, Habib RH, Raad EPB, Alami RS. Increased adverse outcomes after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in older super-obese patients: analysis of American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Database. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2018; 14:1463-1470. [DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2018.06.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2018] [Revised: 06/21/2018] [Accepted: 06/22/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Lynn W, Ilczyszyn A, Rasheed S, Davids J, Aguilo R, Agrawal S. Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is as safe as laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Results of a comparative cohort study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2018; 35:38-43. [PMID: 30275949 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2018.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2018] [Revised: 08/19/2018] [Accepted: 09/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background A meta-analysis and six randomized controlled trials show higher 30-day complication rates with laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) than with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). Aim To identify any difference in 30-day outcomes of patients treated with LRYGB or LSG when a standardized technique and identical post-operative protocol was followed with all procedures being conducted either by or under the supervision of a single consultant surgeon who had significant experience in bariatric surgery prior to commencing independent practice. Methods A prospectively collected database of all patients under primary LRYGB or LSG, between March 2010 and February 2017, was analyzed. Data on demographics, length-of-stay (LOS), conversion to open, 30-day complications and mortality were reviewed. Results Over a seven-year period, 485 patients (LRYGB-279 and LSG-206) were included. There were no significant demographic differences and no difference in the pre-operative risk scoring [American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and obesity surgery mortality risk score (OSMRS)] between the groups. There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of LOS (p = 0.275), complications (p = 0.920), re-admissions (p = 0.593) or re-operations (p = 0.366) within 30-days. There were no conversions to open or in-patient mortality in either group. Conclusions Unlike previous studies, we found no difference in early complication rates between LRYGB and LSG in a comparable cohort when performed by a surgeon with sufficient experience in bariatric surgery. Low complication rates with both procedures. Most complications were minor (Clavien-Dindo ≤ IIIa). LRYGB is as safe as SG in the early post-operative period when performed by a surgeon with adequate experience. Bariatric fellowships play an important role in ensuring optimal outcomes.
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Chouillard E, Alsabah S, Chahine E, Saikaly E, Debs T, Kassir R. Changing the quality of life in old age bariatric patients. Cross-sectional study for 79 old age patients. Int J Surg 2018; 54:236-241. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.04.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2018] [Revised: 04/05/2018] [Accepted: 04/28/2018] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Mosquera C, Bermudez JM, Evans JL, Spaniolas K, MacGillivary DC, Fitzgerald TL. Frailty Predicts Failure to Rescue after Thoracoabdominal Operation. J Am Coll Surg 2018; 226:978-986. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2017.12.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2017] [Revised: 12/07/2017] [Accepted: 12/07/2017] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Minhem MA, Sarkis SF, Safadi BY, Fares SA, Alami RS. Comparison of Early Morbidity and Mortality Between Sleeve Gastrectomy and Gastric Bypass in High-Risk Patients for Liver Disease: Analysis of American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Obes Surg 2018; 28:2844-51. [PMID: 29696572 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-3259-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Chronic liver disease is prevalent in obese patients presenting for bariatric surgery and is associated with increased postoperative morbidity and mortality (M&M). There are no comparative studies on the safety of different types of bariatric operations in this subset of patients. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to compare the 30-day postoperative M&M between laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) and laparoscopic Roux-Y-gastric bypass (LRYGB) in the subset of patients with a model of end-stage liver disease (MELD) score ≥ 8. METHODS Data for LSG and LRYGB were extracted from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP) database from years 2012 and 2013. MELD score was calculated using serum creatinine, bilirubin, INR, and sodium. Postoperative M&M were assessed in patients with a score ≥ 8 and compared for the type of operation. This was followed by analysis for MELD subcategories. Multiple logistic regression was performed to adjust for confounders. RESULTS Out of 34,169, 9.8% of cases had MELD ≥ 8 and were included. Primary endpoint, 30-day M&M, was significantly lower post-LSG (9.5%) compared to LRYGB (14.7%); [AOR = 0.66(0.53, 0.83)]. Superficial wound infection, prolonged hospital stay, and unplanned readmission were more common in LRYGB. M&M post-LRYGB (30.6%) was significantly higher than LSG (15.7%) among MELD15-19 subgroup analysis. CONCLUSION LRYGB is associated with a higher postoperative risk than LSG in patients with MELD ≥ 8. The difference in postoperative complications between procedures was magnified with higher MELD. This suggests that LSG might be a safer option in morbidly obese patients with higher MELD scores, especially above 15.
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Montastier E, Becouarn G, Bérard E, Guyonnet S, Topart P, Ritz P. Gastric Bypass in Older Patients: Complications, Weight Loss, and Resolution of Comorbidities at 2 Years in a Matched Controlled Study. Obes Surg 2016; 26:1806-13. [PMID: 26738894 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-015-2024-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) has recently been authorized for use in older patients. The objective of this single-center study was to evaluate 2-year weight loss in patients ≥60 years compared with younger matched patients undergoing RYGB. Secondary aims were to record complications and the resolution of comorbidities in a 2-year follow-up. METHODS Of 722 patients with at least 2 years follow-up data, 48 elderly patients were matched with 92 young (<40 years) and 96 middle-aged (40-59 year) patients, according to sex, baseline body mass index, and date of surgery. Weight loss, remission of comorbidities, death, and early (30-day) and 2-year complication rates were compared. RESULTS There were three deaths in the elderly group and none in the other groups. The early complication rate was not significantly different in the elderly group (17.8 %) compared with the young (11.5 %, p = 0.637) and middle-aged (13.7 %, p = 1.000) groups. The 2-year complication rates were not significantly different in the elderly group (9.3 %) compared with the young (23.5 %, p = 0.107) and middle-aged (13.2 %, p = 1.000) groups. The 2-year weight loss was lower in the elderly group (31.8 ± 7.2 %; p < 0.001) than in the young group (38.3 ± 6.9 %) but was not significantly different from that in the middle-aged group (34.4 ± 8.0 %; p = 0.145). Remission rates for diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea were lower in the elderly than in the two younger groups. CONCLUSION After bariatric surgery, major weight loss was observed in patients older than 60, but remission of metabolic comorbidities was less marked than in younger subjects.
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Bergeat D, Lechaux D, Ghaina A, Thibault R, Bouygues V. Postoperative Outcomes of Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery in Older Obese Patients: a Matched Case-Control Study. Obes Surg 2017; 27:1414-1422. [PMID: 28035521 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-016-2517-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic bariatric surgery (LBS) in older obese patients remains debated regarding postoperative outcomes. OBJECTIVES The aim of this case-control study is to evaluate global results of LBS in patients ≥60 years (yr) with a matched case control study. METHODS All patients ≥60 years who benefited from LBS in our center between January 2009 and January 2014 were included in this retrospective study. They were matched (1:2) to patients <40 and 40-59 years on BMI, surgical procedure and year, and history of previous LBS. Postoperative complications in the first 90 days following LBS, micronutrient and mineral deficiencies, and Bariatric Analysis and Reporting Outcome System (BAROS) were analyzed. RESULTS Fifty-five patients ≥60 year (40 sleeve gastrectomy, 14 one anastomosis gastric bypass, 1 gastric bypass revision) were matched to patients <40 year and patients 40-59 year (n = 55 each). Patients ≥60 year presented more obesity-related comorbidities at baseline. Except for bleeding complications (P = 0.01), no difference in major complication rate was observed (P = 0.43). At 24 months, %EWL was lower in older patients compared to others (76.3, 82.2 and 89.7, respectively, P = 0.009). Iron and vitamin B12 deficiencies were less prevalent in patients ≥60 year After a mean follow-up of 27 months, BAROS score (filled in by 82% of patients) was lower in patients ≥60 years (P = 0.01). CONCLUSION Despite less weight loss, postoperative complications rate, and lower BAROS results, LBS keeps an acceptable benefit-risk balance in selected older patients and should not be rejected on the sole argument of age. Additional studies are needed to assess the long-term benefits of LBS in older patients.
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- Damien Bergeat
- Service de Chirurgie Hépatobiliaire et Digestive, Hôpital Pontchaillou, Rennes, France.
- Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.
- UMR NuMeCan (Nutrition, Métabolismes, Cancer), INRA, ALICE, St Gilles, France.
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive, Hôpital Yves-le-Foll, Saint Brieuc, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive, Hôpital Yves-le-Foll, Saint Brieuc, France
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- Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
- UMR NuMeCan (Nutrition, Métabolismes, Cancer), INRA, ALICE, St Gilles, France
- Unité de Nutrition, Service d'Endocrinologie-Diabétologie-Nutrition, INSERM U991, CHU Rennes, Université Rennes 1, F-35000, Rennes, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Digestive, Hôpital Yves-le-Foll, Saint Brieuc, France
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Seyfried F, Buhr HJ, Klinger C, Huettel TP, Herbig B, Weiner S, Jurowich C, Dietrich A. [Quality indicators for metabolic and bariatric surgery in Germany : Evidence-based development of an indicator panel for the quality of results, indications and structure]. Chirurg 2018; 89:4-16. [PMID: 29209749 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-017-0563-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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An expert committee was appointed by the German Society for General and Visceral Surgery to develop a panel of appropriate quality indicators to collate the quality of results, indications and structure in metabolic and bariatric surgery. This entailed assimilating the available evidence (systematic literature search), results from the national registry of the society (StuDoQ|MBE) and specific socioeconomic aspects (e. g. severely limited access to metabolic and bariatric surgery in Germany). These quality parameters were to be incorporated into the national guidelines and the rules of procedure for certification in the future. The committee concluded that mortality, MTL30 and severe complications needing intervention (Clavien-Dindo ≥ 3b) are suitable indicators to measure surgical outcome quality due to their relevance, scientific soundness and practicability. As a systematic follow-up is mandatory after bariatric surgery, a minimum follow-up quota is now required using reported quality of life data as an indicator of process quality. As intestinal bypass procedures have been shown to be superior in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, these procedures should be offered to eligible patients and also be performed. The proposed threshold values based on the results of the available literature and StuDoQ registry are to be considered as preliminary and need to be validated and adjusted if necessary in the future. The StuDoQ|MBE is considered a valuable tool to gather this information and also represents the appropriate infrastructure for the collation of relevant risk adjustors.
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Moncada R, Rodríguez A, Becerril S, Méndez-Giménez L, Valentí V, Ramírez B, Cienfuegos JA, Fernández S, Catalán V, Gómez-Ambrosi J, Frühbeck G. Sleeve Gastrectomy Decreases Body Weight, Whole-Body Adiposity, and Blood Pressure Even in Aged Diet-Induced Obese Rats. Obes Surg 2016; 26:1549-58. [PMID: 26439733 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-015-1919-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Aging and obesity are two conditions associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Our aim was to analyze whether an advanced age affects the beneficial effects of sleeve gastrectomy on weight loss and blood pressure in an experimental model of diet-induced obesity (DIO). METHODS Young (6-month-old) and old (18-month-old) male Wistar DIO rats (n = 101) were subjected to surgical (sham operation and sleeve gastrectomy) or dietary interventions (pair-fed to the amount of food eaten by sleeve gastrectomized animals). Systolic (SBP), diastolic (DBP), and mean (MBP) blood pressure values and heart rate (HR) were recorded in conscious, resting animals by non-invasive tail-cuff plethysmography before and 4 weeks after surgical or dietary interventions. RESULTS Aging was associated with higher (P < 0.05) body weight and subcutaneous and perirenal fat mass as well as mild cardiac hypertrophy. Sleeve gastrectomy induced a reduction in body weight, whole-body adiposity, and serum total ghrelin in both young and old DIO rats. The younger group achieved a higher excess weight loss than the older group (164 ± 60 vs. 82 ± 17 %, P < 0.05). A significant (P < 0.05) decrease in insulin resistance, SBP, DBP, MBP, and HR without changes in heart weight was observed after sleeve gastrectomy independently of age. CONCLUSION Our results provide evidence for the effectiveness of sleeve gastrectomy without increased operative risk in body weight and blood pressure reduction even in aged animals via endocrine changes that go beyond the mere caloric restriction.
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Giordano S, Victorzon M. Laparoscopic Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass in Elderly Patients (60 Years or Older): A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies. Scand J Surg 2017; 107:6-13. [DOI: 10.1177/1457496917731183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Background and Aims: Elderly patient might experience an increased risk of complications after laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. We aimed to perform a meta-analysis of comparative studies on this issue in patients aged 60 years or older. Material and Methods: A systematic literature search was performed. Medline, Cochrane Library, Embase, Scopus, and Google Scholar were searched until July 2016 for studies on outcomes of laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in elderly versus younger patients. Primary outcomes were mortality and overall complications. Secondary outcomes were length of hospital stay, excess weight loss percentage, effect on diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and obstructive sleep apnea. Heterogeneity across the studies was evaluated by the I2 test, and a random effects model was used. Results were expressed as mean difference and risk ratio (RR). Results: Seven studies involving 3128 patients were retrieved and included in this study. A significantly increased risk of mortality and overall complications was observed among patients older than 60 years compared with younger ones (RR, 6.12; 95% confidence interval 1.08–34.83; p = 0.04; RR, 1.51; 95% confidence interval 1.07–2.11; p = 0.02). Particularly, elderly patients experienced 1% increased risk of mortality and 3% increased risk of overall complications. Length of stay, diabetes, and obstructive sleep apnea remission rates were similar among the groups. Excess weight loss percentage was significantly greater among younger patients (mean difference, −3.44; 95% confidence interval −5.20, −1.68; p < 0.001), as were hypertension (RR, 0.57; 95% confidence interval 0.42–0.76; p < 0.001) and hyperlipidemia (RR, 0.61; 95% confidence interval 0.45–0.83; p = 0.002) remission rates. Conclusion: Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in patients older than 60 years may be a risky bariatric surgery operation due to higher complications and mortality and may not be as effective as in patients younger than 60 years. Thus, older patients should be carefully counseled before this procedure for individual risk–benefit assessment.
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- S. Giordano
- Department of Plastic and General Surgery, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Welfare District of Forssa, Forssa, Finland
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- University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Vaasa Central Hospital, Vaasa, Finland
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Ali M, El Chaar M, Ghiassi S, Rogers AM. American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery updated position statement on sleeve gastrectomy as a bariatric procedure. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2017; 13:1652-1657. [PMID: 29054173 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2017.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2017] [Revised: 08/08/2017] [Accepted: 08/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Mohamed Ali
- Department of Surgery, University of California-Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery, the Medical School of Temple University/St Luke's University Health Network, Allentown, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
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- Division of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, Penn State Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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Balla A, Batista Rodríguez G, Corradetti S, Balagué C, Fernández-Ananín S, Targarona EM. Outcomes after bariatric surgery according to large databases: a systematic review. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2017; 402:885-99. [PMID: 28780622 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-017-1613-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2017] [Accepted: 07/27/2017] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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PURPOSE The rapid development of technological tools to record data allows storage of enormous datasets, often termed "big data". In the USA, three large databases have been developed to store data regarding surgical outcomes: the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP), the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) National Inpatient Sample (NIS) and the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). We aimed to evaluate the clinical impact of studies found in these databases concerning outcomes of bariatric surgery. METHODS We performed a systematic review using the Meta-analysis of Observational Studies in Epidemiology guidelines. Research carried out using the PubMed database identified 362 papers. All outcomes related to bariatric surgery were analysed. RESULTS Fifty-four studies, published between 2005 and February 2017, were included. These articles were divided into (1) outcomes related to surgical techniques (12 articles), (2) morbidity and mortality (12), (3) 30-day hospital readmission (10), (4) outcomes related to specific diseases (11), (5) training (2) and (6) socio-economic and ethnic observations in bariatric surgery (7). Forty-two papers were based on data from ACS-NSQIP, nine on data from NIS and three on data from MBSAQIP. CONCLUSIONS This review provides an overview of surgical management and outcomes of bariatric surgery in the USA. Large databases offer useful complementary information that could be considered external validation when strong evidence-based medicine data are lacking. They also allow us to evaluate infrequent situations for which randomized control trials are not feasible and add specific information that can complement the quality of surgical knowledge.
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Kasten KR, Celio AC, Trakimas L, Manwaring ML, Spaniolas K. Trainee-associated outcomes in laparoscopic colectomy for cancer: propensity score analysis accounting for operative time, procedure complexity and patient comorbidity. Surg Endosc 2018; 32:702-11. [PMID: 28726138 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5726-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2016] [Accepted: 07/13/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgical trainee association with operative outcomes is controversial. Studies are conflicting, possibly due to insufficient control of confounding variables such as operative time, case complexity, and heterogeneous patient populations. As operative complications worsen long-term outcomes in oncologic patients, understanding effect of trainee involvement during laparoscopic colectomy for cancer is of utmost importance. Here, we hypothesized that resident involvement was associated with worsened 30-day mortality and 30-day overall morbidity in this patient population. METHODS Patients undergoing laparoscopic colectomy for oncologic diagnosis from 2005 to 2012 were assessed using the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program dataset. Propensity score matching accounted for demographics, comorbidities, case complexity, and operative time. Attending only cases were compared to junior, middle, chief resident, and fellow level cohorts to assess primary outcomes of 30-day mortality and 30-day overall morbidity. RESULTS A total of 13,211 patients met inclusion criteria, with 4075 (30.8%) cases lacking trainee involvement and 9136 (69.2%) involving a trainee. Following propensity matching, junior (PGY 1-2) and middle level (PGY 3-4) resident involvement was not associated with worsened outcomes. Chief (PGY 5) resident involvement was associated with worsened 30-day overall morbidity (15.5 vs. 18.6%, p = 0.01). Fellow (PGY > 5) involvement was associated with worsened 30-day overall morbidity (16.0 vs. 21.0%, p < 0.001), serious morbidity (9.3 vs. 13.5%, p < 0.001), minor morbidity (9.8 vs. 13.1%, p = 0.002), and surgical site infection (7.9 vs. 10.5%, p = 0.006). No differences were seen in 30-day mortality for any resident level. CONCLUSION Following propensity-matched analysis of cancer patients undergoing laparoscopic colectomy, chief residents, and fellows were associated with worsened operative outcomes compared to attending along cases, while junior and mid-level resident outcomes were no different. Further study is necessary to determine what effect the PGY surgical trainee level has on post-operative morbidity in cancer patients undergoing laparoscopic colectomy in the context of multiple collinear factors.
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Mozer AB, Spaniolas K, Sippey ME, Celio A, Manwaring ML, Kasten KR. Post-operative morbidity, but not mortality, is worsened by operative delay in septic diverticulitis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2017; 32:193-199. [PMID: 27815699 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-016-2689-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/12/2016] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PURPOSE Optimal timing of surgery for acute diverticulitis remains unclear. A non-operative approach followed by elective surgery 6-week post-resolution is favored. However, a subset of patients fail on the non-operative management during index admission. Here, we examine patients requiring emergent operation to evaluate the effect of surgical delay on patient outcomes. METHODS Patients undergoing emergent operative intervention for acute diverticulitis were queried using the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP) database from 2005 to 2012. Primary endpoints of 30-day overall morbidity and mortality were evaluated via univariate and multivariate analysis. RESULTS Of the 2,119 patients identified for study inclusion, 57.2 % (n = 1212) underwent emergent operative intervention within 24 h, 26.3 % (n = 558) between days 1-3, 12.9 % (n = 273) between days 3-7, and 3.6 % (n = 76) greater than 7 days from admission. End colostomy was performed in 77.4 % (n = 1,640) of cases. Unadjusted age and presence of major comorbidities increased with operative delay. Further, unadjusted 30-day overall morbidity, mortality, septic complications, and post-operative length of stay increased significantly with operative delay. On multivariate analysis, operative delay was not associated with increased 30-day mortality but was associated with increased 30-day overall morbidity. CONCLUSIONS Hartmann's procedure has remained the standard operation in emergent surgical management of acute diverticulitis. Delay in definitive surgical therapy greater than 24 h from admission is associated with higher rates of morbidity and protracted post-operative length of stay, but there is no increase in 30-day mortality. Prospective study is necessary to further answer the question of surgical timing in acute diverticulitis.
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- Anthony B Mozer
- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 600 Moye Blvd, 2MA234, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 600 Moye Blvd, 2MA234, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 600 Moye Blvd, 2MA234, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 600 Moye Blvd, 2MA234, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 600 Moye Blvd, 2MA234, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, 600 Moye Blvd, 2MA234, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA.
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Navarrete A, Corcelles R, Del Gobbo GD, Perez S, Vidal J, Lacy A. Sleeve gastrectomy in the elderly: A case-control study with long-term follow-up of 3 years. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2016; 13:575-580. [PMID: 28214166 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2016.11.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2016] [Revised: 11/28/2016] [Accepted: 11/30/2016] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Advanced age is considered to be a relative contraindication to bariatric surgery because of increased perioperative risk and suboptimal excess weight loss. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to analyze the safety and effectiveness of the sleeve gastrectomy (SG) procedure in a cohort of elderly patients (aged≥60 yr) compared with younger patients (aged<60 yr). SETTING Hospital clinic, Barcelona, Spain. METHODS A retrospective analysis of all cases of SG in patients≥60 years old between January 2006 and December 2012 was performed. RESULTS The study included 206 patients, 103 in each group. The mean age was 63.3±2.8 years, and the body mass index was 45.8±22.8 kg/m2. The overall complication rate within the elderly group was 9.7% versus 15.5% in the younger group (P = .2). After SG, there was no statistical difference in body mass index between the groups until 24 (33.4 versus 31.5 kg/m2, P = .01) and 36 (34.6 versus 32.8 kg/m2, P = .01) months of follow-up, favoring the younger cohort. Mean percent excess weight loss was similar between the groups during all periods of follow-up. The mean percent total weight loss change was statistically higher in the younger group at 3 (15.1% versus 17.1%, P = .03); 6 (25.2% versus 27.5%, P = .04); 12 (32.4% versus 35.2%, P = .03); 24 (26.7% versus 32.4%, P<.01); and 36 months (24.9% versus 29.1%, P<.01). Neither groups revealed a statistical difference in resolution of all co-morbidities, except for obstructive sleep apnea (P = .02) in the younger group. CONCLUSIONS SG is a safe and feasible procedure in the elderly with results comparable to those in the standard bariatric population.
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- Andrés Navarrete
- Gastrointestinal Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain; Surgery Department, Faculty of Medicine Clínica Alemana Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile; Surgery Department, Hospital Militar, Santiago, Chile.
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- Gastrointestinal Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Gastrointestinal Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Gastrointestinal Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Gastrointestinal Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Surgical complications delay adjuvant therapy in oncology patients. Current literature remains unclear regarding resident effect on postoperative outcomes, with inappropriate coverage possibly endangering patients in spite of attending oversight. We assessed resident postgraduate year (PGY) effect on 30-day overall morbidity in cancer patients undergoing major intra-abdominal and non-abdominal surgery. METHODS Patients undergoing non-emergent major intra- and extra-abdominal operations from 2005-2012 were queried using the American College of Surgeons' National Surgical Quality Improvement Program. Attending alone and resident PGY cohorts were compared for demographics, 30-day overall morbidity, mortality, and relevant outcomes. RESULTS A total of 156,941 cancer patients undergoing major intra-abdominal (n = 76,385) or major non-abdominal (n = 80,556) procedures were captured. Demographics were clinically similar across attending and PGY levels. Rates of overall morbidity increased significantly with PGY level, along with operative time and length of stay. For major intra-abdominal procedures, all resident levels except PGY2 level adversely affected overall morbidity. Above PGY4 level, resident involvement had a stronger association with adverse outcome than preoperative comorbidities and preoperative chemotherapy. Interestingly, gastric, gall bladder, liver, pancreas, esophageal, and thyroid procedures demonstrated no effect of resident involvement on overall morbidity. CONCLUSIONS Resident PGY is independently associated with increased overall morbidity in patients undergoing selected major surgical procedures. Understanding surgical procedures affected by resident involvement will maximize outcomes.
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- Megan Sippey
- a Department of Surgery , Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University , Greenville , North Carolina , USA
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- a Department of Surgery , Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University , Greenville , North Carolina , USA
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- b Department of Surgery , Carolinas Health Care System , Charlotte , North Carolina , USA
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Roşu AF, Ferreira CN, Ribeiro LC, Velosa J, Zlatian OM. Case Report: Endoscopic Management of Sleeve Gastrectomy Fistula. Acta Medica Marisiensis 2016. [DOI: 10.1515/amma-2016-0049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background. Morbid obesity is an important cause of morbidity and mortality. Bariatric surgery is the best option to manage obesity. Vertical gastrectomy is safe and effective but sometimes complicate with hemorrhage, fistulas and stenosis. Fistulas can be solved by conventional surgery or interventional endoscopy.
Case presentation. We describe a morbidly obese patient with vertical gastrectomy who developed complications after surgery. Immediately after surgery the patient developed sepsis. Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy excluded fistula. One month later a peri-gastric abscess developed due to a fistula orifice in the distal esophagus, treated with argon plasma and two double pigtail plastic stents placed endoscopically to drain the abscess. The stents were removed two weeks later and was placed a covered metallic stent in the distal esophagus. Six weeks later the metallic stent was removed and the orifice closed. Four months later the patient developed sepsis. Computer tomography revealed a subdiaphragmatic abscess and endoscopy revealed a 2 mm fistula orifice at the previous site, treated with argon plasma and two trough-the-scope clips that closed it. There were no further incidents after two years of follow-up.
Conclusions. Early diagnosis and endoscopic approach can resolve these complications without the morbidity and increased mortality risk of surgical re-interventions.
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department, Universitary Hospital Santa Maria, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department, Universitary Hospital Santa Maria, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department, Universitary Hospital Santa Maria, Lisbon, Portugal
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic procedures for the treatment of morbid obesity are commonly offered to patients with comorbidities previously thought to carry prohibitive operative risk. In this study, we reviewed characteristics and perioperative outcomes of patients with dialysis-dependent renal failure (DDRF) who underwent laparoscopic bariatric procedures. METHODS The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP) database from 2006 to 2011 was reviewed. Preoperative characteristics and 30-day outcome data of patients who underwent three common laparoscopic procedures were analyzed using ANOVA and Pearson chi-squared tests. RESULTS One hundred thirty-eight patients (52.5 % female) with DDRF and a median body mass index (BMI) of 45.5 kg/m(2) were identified; 33.8 % (n = 47) underwent laparoscopic banding (LAGB), 48.9 % (n = 68) laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), and 16.5 % (n = 23) laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). No differences were found among groups in age, prevalence of American Society of Anesthesiology IV classification, BMI, weight, gender, prevalence of diabetes, and vascular or neurologic comorbidities. Total operation time and length of hospital stay were significantly different between groups. Mortality was 0.7 %, and overall morbidity was 5.8 %. The case mix reflected a decrease in LAGB procedures from 45.5 to 23.3 % from 2006-2009 to 2010-2011 and an increase in LSG procedures from 9.1 to 24.7 % (p < 0.006). CONCLUSIONS When performed in selected DDRF patients, bariatric surgery is safe. An increase in LSG with a concurrent decline in LAGB procedures was demonstrated over the period of the study.
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- Anthony B Mozer
- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA. .,Division of Advanced Laparoscopic, Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Surgery, East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, 600 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA. .,Division of Advanced Laparoscopic, Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Surgery, East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, 600 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA. .,Division of Advanced Laparoscopic, Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Surgery, East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, 600 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA. .,Division of Advanced Laparoscopic, Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Surgery, East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, 600 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC, 27834, USA.
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Sippey M, Spaniolas K, Manwaring ML, Pofahl WE, Kasten KR. Surgical resident involvement differentially affects patient outcomes in laparoscopic and open colectomy for malignancy. Am J Surg 2016; 211:1026-34. [DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2015.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2015] [Revised: 07/16/2015] [Accepted: 07/19/2015] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Spaniolas K, Kasten KR, Mozer AB, Sippey ME, Chapman WHH, Pories WJ, Pender JR. Synchronous Ventral Hernia Repair in Patients Undergoing Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg 2016; 25:1864-8. [PMID: 25702143 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-015-1625-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Obesity predisposes patients to abdominal wall hernias. Patients undergoing bariatric surgery are not uncommonly found to have ventral hernias. Synchronous ventral hernia repair (S-VHR) has been reported in 2-5% of patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Studies reporting on the outcomes of S-VHR are limited by sample size. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of S-VHR on surgical site infection (SSI) rate. METHODS The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS-NSQIP) database from 2010 to 2011 was queried using Current Procedural Terminology codes for bariatric surgery. Data on patient demographics, comorbidities, procedural events, and postoperative occurrences were analyzed. Thirty-day mortality and morbidity were assessed. Comparisons between laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) were performed. RESULTS We identified 17,117 patients who underwent RYGB or SG. S-VHR was performed in 503 (2.94%) patients. S-VHR was independently associated with SSI (odds ratios (OR) 1.65, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.06-2.58), but not overall morbidity (OR 1.33, 95% CI 0.96-1.86). Four hundred thirty-three patients with RYGB and 70 with SG had S-VHR. Serious morbidity (3.5 vs. 5.7%, p = 0.32) and overall morbidity (8.3 vs. 8.6%, p = 0.942) were similar. After controlling for baseline comorbidities, there was no significant effect of procedure type on SSI (OR 0.38, 95% CI 0.05-2.91). CONCLUSIONS S-VHR is associated with an increase in SSI but not overall morbidity. There is no significant difference in the SSI rate between RYGB and SG. Larger studies are needed to definitively assess a potential difference in the wound infection rate between RYGB and SG.
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- Department of Surgery, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, USA,
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Chow A, Switzer NJ, Gill RS, Dang J, Ko YM, Shi X, Birch DW, de Gara C, Karmali S. Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass in the Elderly: a Systematic Review. Obes Surg 2016; 26:626-30. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-015-2007-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Qin C, Hackett NJ, Kim JYS. Assessing the safety of outpatient ventral hernia repair: a NSQIP analysis of 7666 patients. Hernia 2015; 19:919-26. [PMID: 26508500 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-015-1426-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2014] [Accepted: 09/20/2015] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE Given the paucity of literature on outpatient ventral hernia repair (VHR), and that assessment of the safety of outpatient surgical procedures is becoming an active area of investigation, we have performed a multi-institutional retrospective analysis benchmarking rates of 30-day complications and readmissions and identifying predictive factors for these outcomes. METHODS National surgical quality improvement project data files from 2011 to 2012 were reviewed to collect data on all patients undergoing outpatient VHR during that period. The incidence of 30-day peri-operative complication and unplanned readmission was surveyed. We created a multivariate regression model to identify predictive factors for overall, surgical, and medical complications and unplanned readmissions with proper risk adjustment. RESULTS 30-day complication and readmission rates in outpatient VHR were acceptably low. 3% of the queried outpatients experienced an overall complication, 2.1% a surgical complication, and 1.1% a medical complication. 3.3% of all patients were readmitted within 30 days. Upon multivariate analysis, predictors of overall complications included age, BMI, history of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and total operation time, predictors of surgical complications included age, BMI, total operation time, predictors of medical complications included total operation time, and predictors of unplanned readmissions included history of COPD, bleeding disorder, American Society of Anesthesiologists Class 3, 4, or 5, total operation time, and use of the laparoscopic technique. CONCLUSION We have demonstrated that the risk of peri-operative morbidity in VHR as granularly defined in our study is low in the outpatient setting. Identification of predictive factors will be important to patient risk stratification.
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, 675 North St. Clair Street, Galter Suite 19-250, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA.
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, 675 North St. Clair Street, Galter Suite 19-250, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA.
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, 675 North St. Clair Street, Galter Suite 19-250, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA.
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Controversy exists regarding the effectiveness and safety of bariatric/metabolic surgery in elderly patients. We performed a systematic review on this issue in patients aged 60 years or older. MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Embase, Scopus, and Google Scholar were searched until August 2015 for studies on outcomes of bariatric surgery in elderly patients. The results were expressed as pooled proportions (%) with 95% confidence intervals. Heterogeneity across the studies was evaluated by the I2 test, and a random-effects model was used. Twenty-six articles encompassing 8,149 patients were pertinent with this issue and included data on bariatric surgery outcomes in elderly population. Fourteen patients died during the 30-day postoperative period, with a pooled mortality of 0.01%. Pooled overall complication rate was 14.7%. At 1-year follow-up, pooled mean excess weight loss was 53.77%, pooled diabetes resolution was 54.5%, and pooled hypertension resolution was 42.5%, while pooled lipid disorder resolution was 41.2%. Outcomes and complication rates of bariatric surgery in patients older than 60 years are comparable to those in a younger population, independent of the type of procedure performed. Patients should not be denied bariatric surgery because of their age alone.
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- Department of Plastic and General Surgery, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Vaasa Central Hospital, Vaasa, Finland ; University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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Moon RC, Kreimer F, Teixeira AF, Campos JM, Ferraz A, Jawad MA. Morbidity Rates and Weight Loss After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Adjustable Gastric Banding in Patients Older Than 60 Years old: Which Procedure to Choose? Obes Surg 2016; 26:730-6. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-015-1824-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Thereaux J, Poitou C, Barsamian C, Oppert JM, Czernichow S, Bouillot JL. Midterm outcomes of gastric bypass for elderly (aged≥60 yr) patients: a comparative study. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2015; 11:836-41. [DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2014.10.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2014] [Revised: 10/18/2014] [Accepted: 10/20/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Blair LJ, Huntington CR, Cox TC, Prasad T, Lincourt AE, Gersin KS, Heniford BT, Augenstein VA. Risk factors for postoperative sepsis in laparoscopic gastric bypass. Surg Endosc 2016; 30:1287-93. [DOI: 10.1007/s00464-015-4349-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2015] [Accepted: 06/17/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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