Metabolic and bariatric surgery: Selection and preoperative work-up

RECOMMENDATIONS 1. We suggest that a comprehensive medical and nutritional evaluation be completed and nutrient deficiencies corrected in candidates for MBS (Level 4, Grade D). 2. We suggest screening for and treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea in people seeking MBS (Level 4, Grade D). 3. Preopera...

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Veröffentlicht in:South African medical journal Jg. 115; H. 10b; S. e3761
Hauptverfasser: Smit, J G M, Lubbe, J, Murphy, A, Mawson, K, Koto, M Z, Conradie-Smit, M, May, W
Format: Journal Article
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: South African Medical Association 04.11.2025
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Bariatric surgery
Guideline
Metabolic surgery
Obesity
Pre-operative
Selection
ISSN:0256-9574, 2078-5135
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Zusammenfassung:RECOMMENDATIONS 1. We suggest that a comprehensive medical and nutritional evaluation be completed and nutrient deficiencies corrected in candidates for MBS (Level 4, Grade D). 2. We suggest screening for and treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea in people seeking MBS (Level 4, Grade D). 3. Preoperative smoking cessation can minimise postoperative complications (Level 2a, Grade B).
ISSN:0256-9574
2078-5135
DOI:10.7196/SAMJ.2025.v115i9b.3761