Alan A Saber1, Mohamed H Elgamal, Michael K McLeod. 1. Section of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Bariatric Surgery, Michigan State University/Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, 1000 Oakland Dr., Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA. saber@kcms.msu.edu
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Our objective is to review the history and development of different procedures of bariatric surgery, along with a summary of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures today and a look on the future trends in the field of bariatric surgery. METHODS: Review of the available English language literature concerning bariatric surgery. RESULTS: The literature review included articles that have information about the history of bariatric surgery, different techniques used for each procedure, and the outcome of each procedure. CONCLUSIONS: Bariatric surgery is a dynamic field. Experts are continuously searching for an ideal, minimally invasive procedure that is both safe and effective.
BACKGROUND: Our objective is to review the history and development of different procedures of bariatric surgery, along with a summary of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures today and a look on the future trends in the field of bariatric surgery. METHODS: Review of the available English language literature concerning bariatric surgery. RESULTS: The literature review included articles that have information about the history of bariatric surgery, different techniques used for each procedure, and the outcome of each procedure. CONCLUSIONS: Bariatric surgery is a dynamic field. Experts are continuously searching for an ideal, minimally invasive procedure that is both safe and effective.
Authors: A Genco; T Bruni; S B Doldi; P Forestieri; M Marino; L Busetto; C Giardiello; L Angrisani; L Pecchioli; P Stornelli; F Puglisi; M Alkilani; A Nigri; N Di Lorenzo; F Furbetta; A Cascardo; M Cipriano; M Lorenzo; N Basso Journal: Obes Surg Date: 2005-09 Impact factor: 4.129