Cannabis use before and after metabolic and bariatric surgery: literature review

Abstract As accessibility and legalization of cannabis rise throughout the United States (US), programs have sought guidance about whether its...
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American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Integrated Health Compensation and Practice...

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American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery literature review on risk factors,...

Abstract Background Marginal ulcers (MU) are a significant postoperative complication following anastomotic metabolic and bariatric surgeries including Roux-en-Y gastric bypass...

ASMBS literature review on the treatment of marginal ulcers after metabolic and...

Abstract Marginal ulcers (MUs) encompass a group of mucosal disruptions and subsequent inflammatory changes and their sequala found after Roux-en-Y...

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Comments on Study Comparing Costs...

Most patients may continue to safely take glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists as prescribed before undergoing elective surgery and gastrointestinal...

In The Spotlight: Bariatric Surgery Training Committee

Committee Mission The mission of the Bariatric Surgery Training Committee is to elevate education, certification, and professional development standards in...

Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Prove More Costly Than Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Within...

NEWBERRY, FL – Oct. 7, 2024 –  Thecost of taking weekly injections of popular anti-obesity medications liraglutide (Saxenda) or semaglutide...

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Strengthens Alliance with TREO Foundation...

NEWBERRY, FL – Sept. 19, 2024 – The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) is strengthening its partnership...