Publications by authors named "K K Mahawar"
Global obesity rates have risen dramatically, now exceeding deaths from starvation. Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS), initially for severe obesity (BMI ≥35 kg/m), is performed globally over 500 000 times annually, offering significant metabolic benefits beyond weight loss. However, varying eligibility criteria globally impact patient care and healthcare resources.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe 2022 American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) updated the indications for metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS), replacing the previous guidelines established by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) over 30 years ago. The evidence supporting these updated guidelines has been strengthened to assist metabolic and bariatric surgeons, nutritionists, and other members of multidisciplinary teams (MDTs), as well as patients. This study aims to assess the level of evidence and the strength of recommendations compared to the previously published criteria.
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- The ASMBS and IFSO updated the guidelines for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery in 2022, replacing 30-year-old NIH recommendations.
- These new guidelines are based on stronger evidence and are designed to support healthcare professionals and patients in making informed decisions about surgery.
- The study evaluates the quality of evidence and the effectiveness of these updated recommendations compared to the old criteria.
Aim: There is a paucity of evidence regarding the national introduction of newer bariatric metabolic surgery procedures. This study assessed the impact of introducing one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) in bariatric surgical practice in the UK on 30-day postoperative morbidity and early postoperative weight loss.
Methods: Patients who underwent primary BMS in the UK National Bariatric Surgical Registry (2010-2019) were identified.