Differential Effects of Bariatric Surgery (BS) and Endoscopic Bariatric Therapy (EBT) on Long and Short-Term Metabolic Outcomes

Dear Colleagues,

Obesity has become a global health concern, leading to an increased demand for bariatric interventions. Bariatric surgery and endoscopic bariatric therapy have emerged as effective treatments; however, the existing literature lacks a comprehensive comparison of their outcomes, particularly in terms of disparities and differential effects:

• Deficiencies in Comparative Studies: Existing comparative studies often lack standardization in outcome measures, follow-up periods, and patient selection criteria, leading to inconclusive or conflicting results.
• Research Gaps in Long-Term Comparative Data: There is a paucity of long-term comparative data assessing the sustained efficacy and safety profiles of bariatric surgery versus endoscopic bariatric therapy.
• Patient-Centric Outcomes: Limited research has delved into patient-reported outcomes, quality of life measures, and psychosocial impacts, all of which are crucial in understanding the holistic effects of these interventions.

Objectives:

Addressing Methodological Inconsistencies: This Special Issue aims to critically evaluate and address the methodological inconsistencies in existing comparative studies, thereby paving the way for more conclusive findings.

Exploring Disparities in Subpopulations: We will evaluate the differential effects of bariatric interventions across diverse demographic and clinical subpopulations to unravel disparities in outcomes.

Conclusion: By shedding light on the disparities and differential effects of bariatric surgery and endoscopic bariatric therapy, this Special Issue endeavors to bridge existing knowledge gaps and provide valuable insights for clinicians, researchers, and policy makers in the field of obesity management.

We invite the submission of original research articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and theoretical papers that contribute to deepening our collective understanding of the differences in outcomes between bariatric surgery and endoscopic bariatric therapy. Submissions addressing methodological refinements, long-term comparative data, patient-reported outcomes, and disparities in subpopulations are particularly encouraged.

Dr. Mohamad Mokadem
Guest Editor

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• obesity
• bariatric surgery
• endoscopic bariatric therapy
• metabolic surgery
• weight loss
• metabolism
• weight management