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Trends and Outcomes of Metabolic Surgery in Adolescents with BMI ≥ 50 vs < 50 kg/m2: A Retrospective Study Using the MBSAQIP Database

  • By

  • Pattharasai Kachornvitaya

  • Mélissa V Wills

  • Juan S Barajas-Gamboa

  • Salvador Navarrete

  • Ricard Corcelles

  • Andrew Strong

  • Suthep Udomsawaengsup

  • Matthew Kroh

  • Jerry Dang

  • Valentin Mocanu

  • July 19, 2025

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    Adolescent obesity is a significant public health issue, with 20.6% of U.S. teenagers classified as obese.

  • 2

    Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) is an effective intervention for adolescents with severe obesity when non-surgical methods fail.

  • 3

    The use of MBS in adolescents remains low, particularly for those with BMI ≥ 50 kg/m2, despite their high risk for health complications.

  • 4

    This study evaluates the short-term safety and outcomes of MBS in adolescents with BMI ≥ 50 kg/m2 compared to those with lower BMI.

  • 5

    Findings aim to inform clinical decisions and expand access to MBS for adolescents facing severe obesity-related health risks.

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Trends and Outcomes of Metabolic Surgery in Adolescents with BMI ≥ 50 vs < 50 kg/m2: A Retrospective Study Using the MBSAQIP Database

  • by Pattharasai Kachornvitaya, Mélissa V Wills, Juan S Barajas-Gamboa, Salvador Navarrete, Ricard Corcelles, Andrew Strong, Suthep Udomsawaengsup, Matthew Kroh, Jerry Dang, Valentin Mocanu

  • July 19, 2025

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