Best practice updates for weight loss surgery data collection.

To update evidence-based best practice guidelines for collection of data on weight loss surgery (WLS). Systematic search of English-language literature in MEDLINE and the Cochrane Library on WLS and data collection, registries, risk adjustment, accreditation, benchmarks, and administrative and outcomes databases published between April 2004 and May 2007. Use of key words to narrow the search for a selective review of abstracts, retrieval of full articles, and grading of evidence according to systems used in established evidence-based models.

An update on best practice guidelines for specialized facilities and resources necessary for weight loss surgical programs.

The objective of this study is to update evidence-based best practice guidelines for specialized facilities and resources for weight loss surgery (WLS). We performed systematic search of English-language literature on WLS and facilities, equipment, and resources published between April 2004 and May 2007 in PubMed, MEDLINE, and the Cochrane Library. Keywords were used to narrow the search for a selective review of abstracts, retrieval of full articles, and grading of evidence according to systems used in established evidence-based models.

Data collection systems for weight loss surgery: an evidence-based assessment.

Objective: To evaluate the existence and efficacy of data collection systems for weight loss surgery (WLS) and establish evidence-based guidelines for the development of a statewide WLS registry in Massachusetts.

Research Methods And Procedures: We conducted two systematic searches of English language literature in MEDLINE. The first was on data collection registries related to WLS; the second was an expanded search encompassing other surgical fields (e.

Specialized staff and equipment for weight loss surgery patients: best practice guidelines.

Objective: To provide evidence-based guidelines on the specialized personnel, equipment, and physical plant required for safe and effective care of severely obese weight loss surgery (WLS) patients.

Research Methods And Procedures: We examined MEDLINE (Ovid and PubMed) and the Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature for articles on facilities resources for care of WLS patients published in English between January 1980 and March 2004. We queried several web sites for appropriate references; these included the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the American College of Surgeons.