OBESITY SURGERY
Scope & Guideline
Exploring New Frontiers in Endocrinology and Surgery
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Bariatric Surgical Techniques and Innovations:
The journal extensively covers various bariatric surgical procedures, including sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and newer techniques such as one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) and single-anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass (SADI-S). It focuses on technical innovations, procedural modifications, and their impacts on patient outcomes. - Patient Outcomes and Quality of Life:
Research published in 'Obesity Surgery' often investigates long-term weight loss, metabolic improvements, and overall quality of life following bariatric procedures. This includes studies on comorbidity resolution and patient satisfaction post-surgery. - Nutritional and Metabolic Effects:
The journal emphasizes the nutritional implications of bariatric surgery, including studies on micronutrient deficiencies, dietary adherence, and the metabolic effects of surgical interventions on conditions like type 2 diabetes and hypertension. - Psychosocial Factors and Behavioral Health:
There is a growing interest in the psychosocial aspects of obesity and bariatric surgery, including the impact of mental health on surgical outcomes, patient adherence to dietary recommendations, and weight management strategies. - Endoscopic and Non-Surgical Interventions:
The journal also explores non-surgical options for obesity management, such as endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and intragastric balloon therapy, highlighting their roles in the comprehensive treatment of obesity.
Trending and Emerging
- Integration of Artificial Intelligence:
Recent papers increasingly explore the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in predicting surgical outcomes, optimizing patient selection, and enhancing the efficiency of bariatric procedures. - Personalized Medicine Approaches:
There is a rising trend towards personalized treatment plans based on individual patient profiles, including genetic factors, metabolic responses, and preoperative characteristics, to improve surgical outcomes and tailor interventions. - Focus on Comorbidities and Overall Health Outcomes:
Research increasingly emphasizes the relationship between bariatric surgery and the resolution of comorbidities like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome, showcasing the broader health benefits of surgical interventions. - Telehealth and Remote Monitoring:
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth solutions in bariatric care, with studies examining the effectiveness of remote follow-up and virtual interventions in managing patient care post-surgery. - Long-term Impact Studies:
An emerging focus on long-term outcomes following bariatric surgery is evident, with researchers investigating the sustained effects of surgical interventions on weight loss, metabolic health, and quality of life over extended periods.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Gastric Banding:
There has been a noticeable decrease in studies focusing on adjustable gastric banding procedures as more effective and less invasive alternatives, such as sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, have gained popularity and demonstrated better long-term outcomes. - Surgical Techniques with High Complication Rates:
Procedures associated with higher complication rates or less favorable outcomes, such as vertical banded gastroplasty, are being reported less frequently as the field moves towards safer, more effective surgical options. - Focus on Open Surgery Techniques:
Research on open surgical techniques in bariatric surgery appears to be waning, with a significant shift toward minimally invasive approaches, such as laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries, which are favored for their reduced recovery times and lower complication rates. - Basic Science Studies without Clinical Application:
There is a noticeable reduction in basic science research that does not translate into clinical application or patient care improvements, as the journal increasingly favors studies with direct implications for surgical practice and patient outcomes.
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