The Bariatric Patient: Endoscopic Diagnosis and Management (DV050)-The Bariatric Patient: Endoscopic Diagnosis and Management (DV050)

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Video Summary

In this video, the roles of endoscopists in managing post-bariatric surgery patients and potential future roles in managing obesity are discussed. The worldwide epidemic of obesity and the increasing number of bariatric surgical procedures being performed are emphasized. The video provides an overview of the altered anatomy following bariatric surgery and the endoscopic evaluation and management of complications that can arise. Various types of bariatric surgical procedures are explained, with a focus on the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass procedure. The video also discusses the endoscopic management of complications such as strictures, leaks, ulcers, and fistulas. The primary endoscopic treatment for obesity is discussed, although none of these treatments are currently approved by the FDA for clinical use.<br /><br />The video also explores several endoscopic procedures for treating obesity, including the lap band system, ERCP following gastric bypass surgery, intragastric balloons, transoral gastroplasty, duodenal jejunal bypass sleeves, endoluminal vertical gastroplasty, and the transoral endoscopic restrictive implant system. Details on the procedures, their effectiveness, and associated complications are provided.<br /><br />The video highlights the need for further research and validation of these endoscopic therapies for obesity. It emphasizes the importance of long-term durability, safety, and cost-effectiveness, as well as the need for a multidisciplinary approach to obesity management.<br /><br />Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of the current and potential future roles of endoscopists in managing bariatric patients and explores various endoscopic procedures for obesity treatment.

Keywords

endoscopists

post-bariatric surgery

obesity management

bariatric surgical procedures

altered anatomy

endoscopic evaluation

complications

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass

strictures

leaks

ulcers

fistulas

lap band system

ERCP

intragastric balloons