Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy versus Gastric Bypass in Late Adolescents: What Is the Optimal Surgical Strategy for Morbid Obesity?

 Interest in bariatric surgery in adolescents is increasing, because adolescent obesity equals increased health risks in adult life. To define the preferred procedure in adolescents, this study compares outcomes of LSG and LRYGB in late adolescents in our center.  Data on baseline characteristics, operative details, and follow-up were collected retrospectively in all patients (age 18-20 years) who underwent LSG or LRYGB in our clinic.