Bariatric Surgery in Transplant Recipients: A Narrative Review Publisher



Kermansaravi M^{1, 2} ; Davarpanah Jazi A^{3, 4} ; Talebian P¹ ; Rokhgireh S^{5, 6} ; Kabir A⁵ ; Pazouki A^{1, 2}
Source: Journal of Research in Medical Sciences Published:2021

Abstract

Morbidity and mortality rates are increased due to obesity after organ transplantation; in this regards, bariatric surgery (BS) is believed to be an effective treatment for posttransplant obese patients. Nevertheless, some studies are doubtful in terms of the effectiveness of BS, the most suitable bariatric procedure, and management of immunosuppressant drugs in some kinds of organ transplants. We evaluated nonsurgical therapies, weight reduction, adjustment of immunosuppressants, comorbidities, and the recommended surgical procedures for posttransplant BS for different types of organ transplantations. © 2022 Royal Society of Chemistry. All rights reserved.