82. Bariatric surgery diminishes spinal symptoms in a morbidly obese population: a 2-year survivorship analysis of cervical and lumbar pathologies

Bariatric surgery for morbid obesity helps to address common comorbidity burdens, including decreasing rates of myocardial infarction and stroke. The increased mechanical stresses on the spine caused by morbid obesity predispose patients to various spinal pathologies and are concerning for spinal surgeons, with previous studies suggesting poorer outcomes than the general population. The effects of bariatric surgery on diminishing spinal complaints or symptoms have yet to be elucidated in the literature.

Source: The Spine Journal - August 23, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Peter G. Passias, Haddy Alas, Avery Brown, Cole Bortz, Katherine E. Pierce, Dennis Vasquez-Montes, Bassel G. Diebo, Carl B. Paulino, John Afthinos, Michael C. Gerling Source Type: research