Summary:
In obese patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG), preoperative high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and visceral adipose tissue (VAT) measurements significantly predicted VAT reduction compared to other baseline factors not incorporating HDL-C and VAT, though it was associated with limited insights into potential metabolic side effects or generalizability across demographics.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Obese patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). |
| Intervention | Preoperative assessment of HDL-C and VAT as combined predictors. |
| Comparison | Other baseline factors not including HDL-C and VAT combined predictions. |
| Outcome | The combination of HDL-C and VAT significantly predicted VAT reduction following LSG, providing a theoretical basis for improved preoperative assessment and individualized management. |
Source: Yilan Sun, et al. “HDL-C and visceral adipose tissue as combined predictors of visceral fat changes following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.” Read article here.
