Long-term follow-up in metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) remains challenging. This commentary addresses the critical need to urgently attend to several issues pertaining to long-term follow-up to strengthen the bariatric […]
Dear Editor, We have read with great interest the recent study by Abdel-salam et al., titled Comparison between Low Molecular Weight Heparin and Apixaban (Direct Oral Anticoagulant) in the Prophylaxis […]
Employing a mixed‑methods approach, this study: (a) scoped the literature for desirable characteristics of online learning environments; (b) analyzed and compared the available online systematic review and meta‑analysis (SR/MA) courses; […]
Dear Editor, We have read with great interest the recent meta-analysis by Ahmed et al. comparing single anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass (SADI) and one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) as revisional surgeries […]
This study is part of an initiative to improve the FAIRness (Findability, Accessibility, Interoperability, Reus-ability) of metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) registries globally. It explores the extent to which European registry […]
Revisional surgery is an expanding subset of MBS, growing in necessity as primary surgeries increase. A systematic review of primary MBS highlighted inconsistencies in reporting reasons for suboptimal clinical responses. […]
Learning taxonomies present valuable opportunities for advancing medical education and simulation, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Among these, Bloom’s taxonomy, originally introduced in 1956 and revised in 2001, is an essential […]
Laparoscopic ring-augmented sleeve gastrectomy is a technically demanding metabolic bariatric procedure that, when performed correctly, can enhance weight loss out comes and reduce side effects of sleeve gastrectomy, such as […]
Dear Editor, We appreciate the letter to the editor from Toprak et al. and their thoughtful feedback on our study, “The Roleof Preoperative Abdominal Ultrasound in the Preparation of Patients […]
In a Letter to Robert Hooke in 1675, Isaac Newton articulated, “If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of Giants,” a phrase that aptly reflects […]
