One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass/Minigastric Bypass in Patients with BMI < 35 kg/m and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Preliminary Report.

Introduction: Obesity in the world has been increasing, and the number of diabetic patients will increase by 114%, and the best treatment results are achieved through surgery. Several techniques have been described; the gastric bypass of an anastomosis (MGB/OAGB) has been gaining popularity for its simplicity and good results. We present a prospective study with this technique in 16 mild obesity patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus or peripheral insulin resistance.

Stapleless laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Preliminary report.

Background: Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG) as a single-stage procedure for the treatment of morbid obesity is becoming increasingly popular. In undeveloped countries, the linear staples required to create the sleeve are not always available because of their high cost. As an alternative to the staples, the bipolar vessel sealer device could be used in bariatric surgery to divide and temporarily seal the stomach.

Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass versus laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for the treatment of morbid obesity. a prospective study with 5 years of follow-up.

Background: Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) is one of the most widely used bariatric procedures today, and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is becoming increasingly popular. The aim of this study was to compare mid-term results of both procedures.

Methods: From January 2008 to December 2008, 117 obese patients were assigned by patient choice after informed consent to either a LRYGB procedure (n=75) or a LSG procedure (n=42).

Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass versus laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for the treatment of morbid obesity. A prospective study of 117 patients.

Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) is one of the most widely used bariatric procedures today, and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) as a single-stage procedure for the treatment of morbid obesity is becoming increasingly popular. In this study, we prospectively compared both techniques in order to establish whether there is any superiority of one over the other based on morbidity and effectiveness. From January 2008 to December 2008, 117 obese patients with indication for bariatric surgery were assigned by patient choice after informed consent to either a LRYGB procedure (n = 75) or a LSG procedure (n = 42).

Experimental model as training tool in endoscopic axillary dissection.

Endoscopic axillary lymphatic dissection is a viable surgical option, but has not been taken with great enthusiasm; several factors have accounted for this, including the lack of an effective experimental model to acquire skills and abilities. The aim of this study was to develop a training tool for endoscopic axillary dissection and to evaluate its applicability in a porcine model. Twenty endoscopic dissections of the axilla were performed in ten female pigs of four to six months by a single surgeon with blunt dissection and CO(2).

Laparoscopic gastric bypass for morbid obesity-a randomized controlled trial comparing two gastrojejunal anastomosis techniques.

Objectives: We present a randomized controlled trial of laparoscopic gastric bypass comparing 2 techniques of gastrojejunostomy in patients with morbid obesity.

Methods: Eighty consecutive patients underwent laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass between September 2005 and August 2006. Patients were randomly assigned to 2 groups by the use of sealed envelopes.

Laparoscopic diagnosis and treatment in gynecologic emergencies.

Objective: To present an analysis of our experience with 22 consecutive cases of acute abdominal gynecologic emergencies managed with a laparoscopic approach.

Methods: From March 1997 to October 1998, 22 patients with a diagnosis of acute abdominal gynecologic emergencies underwent laparoscopic intervention. A transvaginal ultrasound was performed on all patients preoperatively to supplement the diagnostic workup.