Background Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has been recently introduced as a
stand-alone, restrictive bariatric surgery. Theoretically, LSG attenuates micronutrients …

Methods To analyze the infectious complications of LA at one tertiary care centre, we completed
a retrospective chart review for all patients undergoing LA for acute appendicitis from …

Background and Aims Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) might be associated with a
new onset or worsening of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). We aim to evaluate the …

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common chronic liver disease and is
associated with obesity. Bariatric surgery has been shown to be the most effective method for …

Robotic assistance provides a number of potential benefits for laparoscopic surgery by
addressing several inherent limitations. However, its utility in colorectal surgery has not been …

BACKGROUND: Data are lacking on trends in bariatric surgery and the frequency of incidental
findings in Saudi Arabia. OBJECTIVE: Report on trends in bariatric surgery as well as our …

Background Obesity is considered a low-grade chronic inflammatory condition as reflected
by increased C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. Inflammation is emerging as a predictor of …

Objective: A review of published data addressing hepatic histopathological, metabolical, and
functional changes following gastric banding, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass surgery, …

Background Inconsistent results were reported by several studies that evaluated the effect
of weight loss induced by bariatric surgery on thyroid function panel. This study is aimed at …

Background: One of the major advantages of laparoscopic surgery is minimizing postoperative
morbidity. The previous limitations to the use of spinal anesthesia in laparoscopic surgery …