Bariatric surgery reduces colorectal cancer incidence in obese individuals: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Colorectal cancer ranks third in global cancer prevalence and stands as the second leading cause of cancer-related mortalities. With obesity recognized as a pivotal risk factor for colorectal cancer, the potential protective role of bariatric surgery, especially laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, has garnered attention.

Aim: To investigate the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) sleeve gastrectomy (SG) effect on colorectal cancer incidence in obese individuals.