Background During the last two decades, an increasing number of bariatric surgical
procedures have been performed worldwide. There is no consensus regarding optimal …

Bariatric surgery is an effective option for managing obesity and has gained general
acceptance among patients in recent years. Generally, despite the high caloric intake, a bad …

Background Rhabdomyolysis is a clinical syndrome that comprises destruction of skeletal
muscle with outflow of intracellular muscle content into the bloodstream. There is a great …

Introduction Sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is one of the most popular bariatric procedures. We
present our long-term results regarding weight loss, comorbidities, and gastric reflux …

Background Obesity has become an increasing problem worldwide during the past few
decades. Hence, surgeons and anaesthetists will care for an increasing number of obese …

Background Rhabdomyolysis is a medical condition caused by muscle breakdown leading
to potential renal damage. This can result in significant morbidity and mortality if not rapidly …

Background Bariatric surgery in patients with BMI over 50 kg/m2 is a challenging task. The
aim of this study was to address main issues regarding perioperative management of these …

Abstract Background Duodenal switch (BPD/DS) is gaining popularity as a secondary
procedure for inadequate weight loss after an initial operation. Objectives We aimed to …

Perioperative complications following bariatric surgery (BS) have been poorly analysed and
their management is not clearly assessed. The associated frequency of ICU admission is …

Obesity is a prevalent chronic disease. The management of extreme obesity–ie, body mass
index (BMI)≥ 50 kg/m2 or obesity class IV and V–is still far from ideal. Individuals with …