Proposed Definitions and Clinical Recommendations for the Management of Weight Recurrence, Partial Response, and Nonresponse Following Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery - Takeaways - MDSpire

Proposed Definitions and Clinical Recommendations for the Management of Weight Recurrence, Partial Response, and Nonresponse Following Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

  • By

  • Saniea F. Majid

  • Shushmita Ahmed

  • Sue Benson-Davies

  • David Voellinger

  • Matthew Davis

  • Saad Ajmal

  • Franchell Richard Hamilton

  • Mohamed Ali

  • Stephen Archer

  • December 1, 2025

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    Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) is the most effective treatment for obesity, improving morbidity and mortality rates.

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    Weight recurrence (WR) rates after MBS vary widely, affecting patient health and quality of life.

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    There is no consensus definition for clinically significant WR, complicating diagnosis and management.

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    The ASMBS Task Force recommends standardized terminology and definitions to improve research and clinical care.

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    Treatment strategies for WR differ by provider specialty, with a need for structured management algorithms.

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Proposed Definitions and Clinical Recommendations for the Management of Weight Recurrence, Partial Response, and Nonresponse Following Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

  • by Saniea F. Majid, Shushmita Ahmed, Sue Benson-Davies, David Voellinger, Matthew Davis, Saad Ajmal, Franchell Richard Hamilton, Mohamed Ali, Stephen Archer

  • December 1, 2025

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