Understanding the Determinants of Weight-Related Quality of Life among Bariatric Surgery Candidates

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Obesity and its relation to quality of life are multifaceted. The purpose of this paper was to contribute evidence to support a framework for understanding the impact of obesity on quality of life in 42 morbidly obese subjects considering a wide number of potential determinants. A model of weight-related quality of life (WRQL) was developed based on the Wilson-Cleary model, considering subjects' weight characteristics, arterial oxygen pressure (PaO2), walking capacity (6-minute walk test, 6MWT), health-related quality of life (HRQL; Physical and Mental Component Summaries of the SF-36 PCS/MCS), and WRQL. The model of WRQL was tested with linear regressions and a path analysis, which showed that as PaO2 at rest increased 6MWT increased. 6MWT was positively associated with the PCS, which…

Doomed to Weight?

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Two recent articles in the New York Times have painted a gloomy portrait of weight loss. To start off 2012, the New York Times Magazine ran a cover story by Tara Parker-Pope titled “The Fat Trap.” The article essentially summarized the biological mechanisms that work against us in our battle of the bulge.read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

Predictive factors of excess body weight loss 1 year after laparoscopic bariatric surgery

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Conclusions  Our data indicate that some of the characteristics that would have subjects referred early for BS were associated with higher
weight loss. Therefore, the timing of laparoscopic BS might be an important factor for MO individuals in which medical weight
loss intervention has failed.

Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00464-011-2104-4Authors
Emilio Ortega, Obesity Unit, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, IDIBAPS, ICMDM, Hospital Clínic i Universitari, C/Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, SpainRosa Morínigo, Obesity Unit, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, IDIBAPS, ICMDM, Hospital Clínic i Universitari, C/Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, SpainLilliam Flores, Obesity Unit, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, IDIBAPS, ICMDM,…

Bariatric Surgery Not a Cure for DiabetesBariatric Surgery Not a Cure for Diabetes

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Bariatric surgery should be seen as tool for improving glycemic control and preventing complications, not as a cure. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

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The Big Picture: Young, Obese and Getting Weight-Loss Surgery

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The push toward operations like Lap-Band surgery on the young has brought some resistance from doctors who say it is too drastic on patients whose bodies might still be developing. (Source: NYT)

Obese adults have reduced risk for adverse CV outcomes after bariatric surgery

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Obese adults who undergo bariatric surgery have a reduced risk for adverse cardiovascular outcomes, an analysis suggests. (Source: MedWire News – Lipidology)

The Big Picture: Young, Obese and Getting Weight-Loss Surgery

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The push toward operations like Lap-Band surgery on the young has brought some resistance from doctors who say it is too drastic on patients whose bodies might still be developing. (Source: NYT Health)

Bariatric Surgery Results In Fewer Deaths And Cardiovascular Events

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A study published in the January 4 issue of JAMA reveals that bariatric surgery is linked to a reduction in cardiovascular deaths and events, such as heart attack and stroke amongst obese individuals. According to the majority of epidemiological studies, obesity is linked to increased cardiovascular events and mortality. Background information in the article states that: “Weight loss might protect against cardiovascular events, butsolid evidence is lacking.” Between September 1987 and January 2001, Dr… (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Long-term outcomes of laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding and laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in the United States

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Conclusions  Over the long term, LRYGB had an approximate reduction of 15 kg/m2 BMI and 60% EWL, a significantly better outcome than LAGB patients experienced with band intact. The main issue with LAGB
was its 50% failure rate in the long term, as defined by poor weight loss and percentage of band removal. Nevertheless, LAGB
had a remarkably safe course, and it may therefore be considered for motivated and informed patients.

Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00464-011-2125-zAuthors
Hadar Spivak, HS Laparoscopy, Weight-Loss Surgery Program, Park Plaza Hospital, 1313 Hermann Drive, 1200 Binz Suite 930, Houston, TX 77004, USAMena F. Abdelmelek, HS Laparoscopy, Weight-Loss Surgery Program, Park Plaza Hospital, 1313 Hermann Drive, 1200 Binz Suite 930…

Cut cardiovascular risk with weight-loss surgery

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For those who are considering bariatric surgery, a new study from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden provides a compelling reason to undergo the procedure. (Source: Health Facts and Fears)

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