Results of Bariatric Surgery in Sana'a, Yemen, in 2019
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Almekhlafi Tofik A, Awn Fares S, Al-Sumat Ameera H, Ebrahim Ebrahim M, Jowah Haitham M
Primary Institution: Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Sana'a University, Sana'a, YEM
Hypothesis
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of laparoscopic bariatric surgery on weight loss, diabetes remission, and improvement in other comorbidities among patients in Sana'a, Yemen, in 2019.
Conclusion
Laparoscopic bariatric surgery is an effective intervention for achieving substantial weight loss, diabetes remission, and improvements in comorbidities among Yemeni patients.
Supporting Evidence
- At the six-month follow-up, the mean BMI significantly decreased from 45.43 kg/m² to 32.46 kg/m².
- 80% of patients with diabetes achieved diabetes remission after surgery.
- 78.9% of patients with GERD reported improvement in symptoms.
- 86.6% of patients with joint pain reported improvement after surgery.
Takeaway
Bariatric surgery helps people lose a lot of weight and feel better from diabetes and other health problems.
Methodology
This prospective study included 50 patients who underwent laparoscopic metabolic bariatric surgery at three tertiary hospitals in Sana'a, Yemen, and followed them for six months postoperatively.
Limitations
The sample size was relatively small, and the follow-up period was short, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The mean age of participants was 37.45 years, with 56% female and 44% male.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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