JAMA Netw Open May 2020 PMID 32407500

Preoperative Weight Loss Before Bariatric Surgery-The Debate Continues.

Micaela M Esquivel, Dan Azagury

Mentions

12
Peak: 5 in May 2020
across 3 sources since May 2020

Extended reach

89,332
potential audience

Total likes

13

Video views

50

Mentions per month

May 2020 – Apr 2022

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • YouTube3 videos
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The group shows overall agreement that preoperative weight loss positively impacts outcomes, exemplified by mentions of studies indicating 5% weight loss through diet and the debate over whether early treatment may be more effective. The tone suggests a focus on practical improvements and ongoing debate, contributing to the moderate scores of engagement and impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that preoperative weight loss can improve surgical outcomes, as seen in comments highlighting that around 5% weight loss through diet benefits surgery.

InterestHigh interest

There is high interest in the topic, with people citing specific methods, research, and clinical implications, indicating active engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference professional opinions, research articles, and debate about the timing and importance of weight loss, showing moderate in-depth discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions are relevant clinically, they mostly reinforce existing practices rather than suggesting revolutionary changes, leading to a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • The article discusses the ongoing debate about whether patients should lose weight before undergoing bariatric surgery to improve surgical outcomes and reduce complications.
  • Some experts believe preoperative weight loss can make surgery safer and easier, while others argue it isn't always necessary and could delay needed treatment.
  • The discussion highlights the lack of consensus and the need for personalized approaches based on individual patient conditions and risk factors.]

Top posts

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Stanford Surgery
@StanfordSurgery · X

New article from @M_Esquivel_MD & our head of Bariatric & MIS Surgery Dr. Dan Azagury #weightloss https://t.co/cWQoONYks0

May 15, 2020 · 11 likes · 1 share · 8,704 followers View post →
JAMA Network Open
@JAMANetworkOpen · X

Commentary: Perhaps the answer in bariatric surgery is not really about maximizing preoperative weight loss; rather, treating patients in the earliest possible stages to optimize outcomes. https://t.co/2KQsNIQ1il

May 14, 2020 · 1 like · 25,388 followers View post →
Mohan Sai Gudela, MD
@drmohansai · X

@SonaliVaid Around 5% weight loss (achieved through a liquid diet) in patients undergoing bariatric surgery has proven to improve surgical outcomes. https://t.co/DuSlg5gtuY

Apr 4, 2022 · 1 like · 9,532 followers View post →
JAMA Network Open
@JAMANetworkOpen · X

https://t.co/HXf2rC83NX

Jun 22, 2020 · 1 share · 25,388 followers View post →
JAMA Network
@JAMANetwork · X

RT @JAMANetworkOpen: https://t.co/HXf2rC83NX

Jun 22, 2020 · 1 share · 19,894 followers View post →
Micha
@Michael_Wirtz · X

@MT_Diabetes @nutri_cologne In den Quellenangaben steht "...Perhaps the answer is not really about maximizing preoperative weight loss; perhaps the answer is treating patients in the earliest possible stage of their disease ..." was nicht "früher operieren" bedeutet. https://t.co/StopIADmLE

Jan 5, 2021 · 348 followers View post →

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Mohan Sai Gudela, MD
@drmohansai · X

@SonaliVaid Around 5% weight loss (achieved through a liquid diet) in patients undergoing bariatric surgery has proven to improve surgical outcomes. https://t.co/DuSlg5gtuY

Apr 4, 2022 · 1 like · 9,532 followers View post →
Micha
@Michael_Wirtz · X

@MT_Diabetes @nutri_cologne In den Quellenangaben steht "...Perhaps the answer is not really about maximizing preoperative weight loss; perhaps the answer is treating patients in the earliest possible stage of their disease ..." was nicht "früher operieren" bedeutet. https://t.co/StopIADmLE

Jan 5, 2021 · 348 followers View post →
JAMA Network
@JAMANetwork · X

RT @JAMANetworkOpen: https://t.co/HXf2rC83NX

Jun 22, 2020 · 1 share · 19,894 followers View post →
JAMA Network Open
@JAMANetworkOpen · X

https://t.co/HXf2rC83NX

Jun 22, 2020 · 1 share · 25,388 followers View post →
Ulla The Medicine Enthusiast
@UllaTheDoc · X

RT @StanfordSurgery: New article from @M_Esquivel_MD & our head of Bariatric & MIS Surgery Dr. Dan Azagury #weightloss https://t.co/cWQoON…

May 18, 2020 · 1 share · 1 followers View post →
Stanford Surgery
@StanfordSurgery · X

New article from @M_Esquivel_MD & our head of Bariatric & MIS Surgery Dr. Dan Azagury #weightloss https://t.co/cWQoONYks0

May 15, 2020 · 11 likes · 1 share · 8,704 followers View post →
JAMA Network Open
@JAMANetworkOpen · X

Commentary: Perhaps the answer in bariatric surgery is not really about maximizing preoperative weight loss; rather, treating patients in the earliest possible stages to optimize outcomes. https://t.co/2KQsNIQ1il

May 14, 2020 · 1 like · 25,388 followers View post →
An Argument for Losing Weight Prior to Bariatric Surgery | MedPage ...
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Sun and co-authors reported no disclosures. Primary Source. JAMA Network Open ... 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.4994. 2. 2 Comments. Please enable ...

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Lower BMI, greater weight loss before bariatric surgery decrease ...
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2020.4994. Sun Y, et al. JAMA Network Open. 2020;doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.4803. Healio AI.

May 14, 2020 View →