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View article: Global Variations in Practices after Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery; the PARTNER Study
Global Variations in Practices after Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery; the PARTNER Study Open
The PARTNER study reveals significant international variation in postoperative management practices following MBS. These findings underscore the need for more standardized, evidence-based guidelines to improve long-term outcomes and equity…
View article: Correction: Rivero-Moreno et al. Single Anastomosis Duodenoileostomy with Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy Alone: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Behalf of TROGSS—The Robotic Global Surgical Society. Gastrointest. Disord. 2025, 7, 27
Correction: Rivero-Moreno et al. Single Anastomosis Duodenoileostomy with Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy Alone: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Behalf of TROGSS—The Robotic Global Surgical Society. Gastrointest. Disord. 2025, 7, 27 Open
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View article: Artificial intelligence in healthcare: applications, challenges, and future directions. A narrative review informed by international, multidisciplinary expertise
Artificial intelligence in healthcare: applications, challenges, and future directions. A narrative review informed by international, multidisciplinary expertise Open
Objectives This narrative review evaluates the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, summarizing its historical evolution, current applications across medical and surgical specialties, and implications for allied health profe…
View article: From obstruction to ischaemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis on the diagnostic accuracy of CT scans in identifying small and large bowel obstruction, underlying causes and predicting critical complications in adults
From obstruction to ischaemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis on the diagnostic accuracy of CT scans in identifying small and large bowel obstruction, underlying causes and predicting critical complications in adults Open
Objectives To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of CT in identifying small and large bowel obstruction and associated complications, including ischaemia and perforation, in adult patients. Design Systematic review and meta-analysis reported…
View article: Printed simulation models versus organ models in laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass training: a prospective validation study of efficacy, learning curve, and cost-effectiveness
Printed simulation models versus organ models in laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass training: a prospective validation study of efficacy, learning curve, and cost-effectiveness Open
This study was prospectively registered in the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR) under registration number ChiCTR2300078726 on 15 December 2023. The trial protocol was approved prior to the enrollment of the first participant, ensur…
View article: From obstruction to ischemia: A systematic review and meta-analysis on the diagnostic accuracy of CT scans in identifying small and large bowel obstruction, underlying causes, and predicting critical complications in adults v1
From obstruction to ischemia: A systematic review and meta-analysis on the diagnostic accuracy of CT scans in identifying small and large bowel obstruction, underlying causes, and predicting critical complications in adults v1 Open
This protocol presents the methodological framework for conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of computed tomography (CT) in identifying small and large bowel obstruction and associated compli…
View article: The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology in Enhancing and Optimizing Stapling Efficiency in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: A Comprehensive Narrative Review
The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology in Enhancing and Optimizing Stapling Efficiency in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: A Comprehensive Narrative Review Open
Background: Over the years, surgical techniques have evolved, resulting in an abundance of available procedures in the armamentarium of metabolic and bariatric surgeons, and the technology has also advanced in a similar way. Significant st…
View article: A Global Survey on General Surgery Resident Involvement in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
A Global Survey on General Surgery Resident Involvement in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Open
This is the largest international survey on general surgery residents' involvement in MBS. These findings provide insight into global training practices and highlight the need for improved exposure to MBS worldwide.
View article: Predicting opioid consumption after surgical discharge: a multinational derivation and validation study using a foundation model
Predicting opioid consumption after surgical discharge: a multinational derivation and validation study using a foundation model Open
Opioids are frequently overprescribed after surgery. We applied a tabular foundation model to predict the risk of post-discharge opioid consumption. The model was trained and internally validated on an 80:20 training/test split of the ‘Opi…
View article: Global Variations in Practices After Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery; the PARTNER study
Global Variations in Practices After Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery; the PARTNER study Open
Background: With over 1 billion individuals affected globally, obesity and obesity related diseases is now a leading cause of death. Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) has emerged as a cornerstone intervention for severe obesity and its…
View article: Impact of sociodemographic factors and baseline health insurance coverage on 1-year outcomes following bariatric surgery
Impact of sociodemographic factors and baseline health insurance coverage on 1-year outcomes following bariatric surgery Open
Aim: Although the weight-loss efficacy of the latest anti-obesity medications is widely recognized and evidence-supported, bariatric surgery remains the most effective treatment for obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). While laparo…
View article: Young-IFSO Endoscopy Training and Education Survey
Young-IFSO Endoscopy Training and Education Survey Open
Background With the increasing complexity of metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) techniques, the integration of endoscopic modalities has become indispensable in both pre-, intra-, and postoperative management. This survey aimed to evalu…
View article: Single Anastomosis Duodenoileostomy with Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy Alone: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Behalf of TROGSS—The Robotic Global Surgical Society
Single Anastomosis Duodenoileostomy with Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy Alone: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Behalf of TROGSS—The Robotic Global Surgical Society Open
Background: Single-Anastomosis Duodenoileostomy with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SADI-S) has been reported as both a safe and effective surgical procedure. However, these findings have not been directly compared to those of more established and le…
View article: International expert consensus on the current status and future prospects of artificial intelligence in metabolic and bariatric surgery
International expert consensus on the current status and future prospects of artificial intelligence in metabolic and bariatric surgery Open
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of medicine, including surgical science and practice. The evolution of AI from rule-based systems to advanced machine learning and deep learning algorithms has opened new avenues f…
View article: Advances in Metabolic Bariatric Surgeries and Endoscopic Therapies: A Comprehensive Narrative Review of Diabetes Remission Outcomes
Advances in Metabolic Bariatric Surgeries and Endoscopic Therapies: A Comprehensive Narrative Review of Diabetes Remission Outcomes Open
Background and Objectives: Type 2 diabetes (T2D), closely associated with obesity, contributes to increased morbidity and mortality due to complications such as cardiometabolic disease. This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of met…
View article: IBC Oxford University Oral Abstract 30 - Laparoscopic single anastomosis duodeno–ileal bypass (SADI) <i>versus</i> one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) as revisional procedures after sleeve gastrectomy: meta-analysis and systematic review
IBC Oxford University Oral Abstract 30 - Laparoscopic single anastomosis duodeno–ileal bypass (SADI) <i>versus</i> one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) as revisional procedures after sleeve gastrectomy: meta-analysis and systematic review Open
Introduction It has been observed that 5–8% of primary bariatric procedures result in treatment failure, necessitating the need for revisional surgery. Single anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass (SADI) and one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB…
View article: P-2076. COVID-19 Vaccination Patterns and Timing among Privately Insured Pregnant Persons, 2020-2023
P-2076. COVID-19 Vaccination Patterns and Timing among Privately Insured Pregnant Persons, 2020-2023 Open
Background Pregnant people with COVID-19 are at higher risk of severe illness, pregnancy complications, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. While maternal COVID-19 vaccination has been shown to be safe and effective for pregnant people and the…
View article: P-2046. Integrating Immunization Information System (IIS) and commercial health insurance claims data to improve COVID-19 vaccination capture among pregnant people
P-2046. Integrating Immunization Information System (IIS) and commercial health insurance claims data to improve COVID-19 vaccination capture among pregnant people Open
Background Several COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness studies have used real-world data (RWD), including health insurance claims to delineate people’s vaccination history. However, COVID-19 vaccine administration is not completely c…
View article: Clinical outcomes from robotic transabdominal preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair in patients under and over 70 years old: a single institution retrospective cohort study with a comprehensive systematic review on behalf of TROGSS - The Robotic Global Surgical Society
Clinical outcomes from robotic transabdominal preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair in patients under and over 70 years old: a single institution retrospective cohort study with a comprehensive systematic review on behalf of TROGSS - The Robotic Global Surgical Society Open
Aim This study aimed to assess and compare outcomes of robotic inguinal hernia repair (RIHR) in patients under and over 70 years old, performed by a fellowship-trained robotic surgeon at a single institution. Methods A retrospective analys…