Publications by authors named "Shu-Xin Zeng"
Introduction: The increased prevalence of obesity worldwide and low incidence of postoperative complications make the laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) a clear public choice for obese-related individuals. Pre-existing studies reported contentious outcomes regarding the association with gastrointestinal symptoms after adding omentopexy (Ome) or gastropexy (Gas) to LSG. The present meta-analysis attempted to evaluate the pros and cons of operating Ome/Gas after LSG concerning gastrointestinal symptoms.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAdvances in metformin for the treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in children.
Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol
September 2022
Article Synopsis
- NAFLD is a growing public health issue worldwide, particularly affecting children, and metformin, typically used for type 2 diabetes, shows promising results in treating it.
- A systematic literature review was conducted using major medical databases to gather existing research on metformin's effects on children's NAFLD.
- While metformin is effective, further investigation into its mechanisms, potential for combined treatments, and monitoring of side effects is necessary for better management of the disease.