Comparative Analysis of Sleeve Conversions of the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program 2020 Database

Although the sleeve gastrectomy (SG) is the dominant bariatric procedure, studies have shown conversion rates of up to 30%. These conversions are generally for weight recurrence (WR), insufficient weight loss (IWL) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Prior to 2020, details on why conversions were being performed were not collected in the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) Participant Use Data File (PUF). Now, the indication for sleeve conversion is noted in the PUF, allowing identification and reporting sleeve conversion reasons.

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Source: Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases - August 7, 2023 Category: Surgery Authors: Benjamin Clapp, Samuel Cottam, Marita Salame, John D. Marr, Carlos Galvani, Jaime Ponce, Wayne J. English, Omar M. Ghanem Tags: Original articles Source Type: research