Article
Surgery
Danit Dayan, Anat Bendayan, Nadav Nevo, Eran Nizri, Guy Lahat, Adam Abu-Abeid
Summary: This study evaluated the outcomes of converting LAGB to OAGB and SG for insufficient weight loss or weight regain. OAGB patients had better weight reduction and resolution of type 2 diabetes compared to SG patients at 5 years.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Claudia Coelho, Laurence J. Dobbie, James Crane, Abdel Douiri, Annastazia E. Learoyd, Olanike Okolo, Spyros Panagiotopoulos, Dimitri J. Pournaras, Sasindran Ramar, Francesco Rubino, Rishi Singhal, Carel W. le Roux, Shahrad Taheri, Barbara Mcgowan
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of liraglutide 1.8 mg in participants undergoing laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity. The results showed that there was no additional improvement in glycemic control or body weight with liraglutide therapy. However, the study was underpowered to detect significant changes in the primary and secondary outcomes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBESITY
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Brenda W. Huang, Sarfraz S. Shahul, Marcus K. H. Ong, Oliver M. Fisher, Daniel L. Chan, Michael L. Talbot
Summary: This study compares the efficacy and safety of revision laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (RLSG) after gastric banding (GB) to primary laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (PLSG). The results show that PLSG patients had significantly higher weight loss at 36 months compared to RLSG patients, but the weight loss was similar at 60 months. There were no significant differences in functional and surgical complications between the two groups.
Article
Surgery
Karen Jacobs, Wouter Vleeschouwers, Isabelle Debergh, Dorien Haesen, Bruno Dillemans
Summary: Revisional LAGB may be considered a valid salvage procedure in patients with weight regain or inadequate weight loss after RYGB, achieving a total %EWL of 60.7 +/- 28%. Complications related to the band and port remain a notable concern.
Article
Surgery
Mario Musella, Giovanna Berardi, Nunzio Velotti, Vincenzo Schiavone, Antonio Vitiello
Summary: LSG shows better outcomes compared to LAGB in the medium term, but weight loss results are comparable at 10 years. There was no significant difference in conversion/removal rates between the two procedures.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Hemmo A. F. Yska, Naziha Khen-Dunlop, Florence Lacaille, Myriam Dabbas
Summary: The study demonstrates that laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) can effectively result in significant weight loss in adolescents, but the long-term effectiveness varies among individuals. Standardized long-term follow-up is crucial for ensuring the success of this bariatric procedure.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY AND NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Anagi Wickremasinghe, Yit Leang, Yazmin Johari, Prem Chana, Megan Alderuccio, Kalai Shaw, Cheryl Laurie, Peter Nottle, Wendy Brown, Paul Burton
Summary: This study comprehensively evaluated the long-term outcomes of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) as a revisional procedure after laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) and identified predictors of outcomes. The results showed that revision LSG provided long-term weight loss, but had significantly more complications and higher re-operation rates compared to primary LSG. Predictors of worse outcomes included eroded band, multiple prior bands, severe esophageal dysmotility, and elevated baseline weight.
Article
Surgery
Francesco Saverio Lucido, Giuseppe Scognamiglio, Giusiana Nesta, Gianmattia del Genio, Stefano Cristiano, Francesco Pizza, Salvatore Tolone, Luigi Brusciano, Simona Parisi, Stefano Pagnotta, Claudio Gambardella
Summary: After analyzing a large series of LAGB cases, it was found that patients with low band filling had better long-term weight loss outcomes and quality of life scores, as well as fewer complications during follow-up. Therefore, low band filling and regular follow-up are key factors for the success of LAGB surgery.
UPDATES IN SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Marinka M. G. Koenis, Janet Ng, Beth Anderson, Michael C. Stevens, Darren S. Tishler, Pavlos K. Papasavas, Andrea Stone, Tara McLaughlin, Allison Verhaak, Mirjana J. Domakonda, Godfrey D. Pearlson
Summary: This study found that LAGB surgery, which constricts the stomach, can indirectly alter brain activation in response to food cues, potentially leading to changes in food craving and preference that support sustained weight loss after surgery.
FRONTIERS IN HUMAN NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tharini M. Gara, Adam B. Coleman, Donald P. Roten, James M. Rhinewalt
Summary: Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery is a minimally invasive procedure for weight loss, but close follow-up and aftercare are essential to prevent severe complications. We report a case of LAGB-related systemic complications due to lack of postoperative care.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Konstantinos Spaniolas, Jie Yang, Chencan Zhu, Altieri Maria, Andrew T. Bates, Salvatore Docimo, Mark Talamini, Aurora D. Pryor
Summary: This study compared the safety of single- versus two-stage conversion of adjustable gastric band (AGB) to gastric bypass (RYGB) or sleeve gastrectomy (SG) procedures, and found that single-stage conversion was associated with lower morbidity. Conversion to SG appeared to be safer than RYGB.
Article
Surgery
Wadie Boshra Gerges, Hisham Omran, Fady Makram
Summary: Revisional LOAGB surgery is effective and safe for patients with weight loss failure after LSG. Patients with insufficient weight loss and persistent fundus anatomy tend to lose more weight compared to patients with weight regain and diffuse stomach dilation.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Zvi Perry, Orly Romano-Zelekha, Nasser Sakran, Itzhak Avital, Shahar Atias, Uri Netz, Boris Kirshtein
Summary: This study compared the short- and mid-term outcomes of single- and two-stage LSG procedures after LAGB failure, finding no difference in complication rates between the two approaches. However, two-stage surgery resulted in better weight loss outcomes.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Juan Pujol-Rafols, Ozlem Uyanik, Yuhamy Curbelo-Pena, Amr Al Abbas, Stefanie Devriendt, Anabela Guerra, Miguel F. Herrera, Jacques Himpens, Eva Pardina, Sjaak Pouwels, Almino Ramos, Rui J. Ribeiro, Bassem Safadi, Hugo Sanchez-Aguilar, Claire E. E. De Vries, Bart Van Wagensveld
Summary: This study analyzed the complications, mortality, and medium-term weight loss results after converting LAGB to OAGB. The results showed that the conversion is safe and effective, with the one-stage approach being preferred for non-complicated cases.
JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Antoine Soprani, Viola Zulian, Marius Nedelcu, Sergio Carandina
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of OAGB as a rescue procedure after LAGB failure. The results showed that OAGB as a conversion surgery had certain safety and efficacy, but a history of gastric banding was associated with an increased risk of long-term bile reflux.
SURGERY FOR OBESITY AND RELATED DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Hanneke Kalisvaart, Saskia van Broeckhuysen-Kloth, Jooske T. van Busschbach, Rinie Geenen
Summary: The study examined the feasibility of a physiotherapeutic observation instrument (BROS) in patients with somatic symptom disorder, finding both factor validity and inter-rater reliability issues. While observations of execution of instructions, muscle tension, and behavioral adaptation were found to be modestly sound, assessments of patients' ability to perceive the body adequately were more challenging. The study suggests the potential for further development of the BROS tool for body-related observations.
PHYSIOTHERAPY THEORY AND PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Rheumatology
Gyorgy Nagy, Nadia M. T. Roodenrijs, Paco M. J. Welsing, Melinda Kedves, Attila Hamar, Marlies C. van der Goes, Alison Kent, Margot Bakkers, Polina Pchelnikova, Etienne Blaas, Ladislav Senolt, Zoltan Szekanecz, Ernest H. Choy, Maxime Dougados, Johannes W. G. Jacobs, Rinie Geenen, Johannes W. J. Bijlsma, Angela Zink, Daniel Aletaha, Leonard Schoneveld, Piet van Riel, Sophie Dumas, Yeliz Prior, Elena Nikiphorou, Gianfranco Ferraccioli, Georg Schett, Kimme L. Hyrich, Ulf Mueller-Ladner, Maya H. Buch, Iain B. McInnes, Desiree van der Heijde, Jacob M. van Laar
Summary: The EULAR Task Force developed evidence-based points to consider for the management of difficult-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis, covering diagnostic confirmation, evaluation of inflammatory disease activity, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, treatment adherence, functional disability, pain, fatigue, goal setting, self-efficacy, and impact of comorbidities. The strength of recommendations varied from level C to D, with a generally high level of agreement.
ANNALS OF THE RHEUMATIC DISEASES
(2022)
Review
Rheumatology
Morten B. Pedersen, Peter Thinggaard, Rinie Geenen, Marianne U. Rasmussen, Maarten De Wit, Lyn March, Philip Mease, Ernest Choy, Philip G. Conaghan, Lee Simon, Anne Faber Hansen, Simon Tarp, Berit Schiottz-Christensen, Carsten B. Juhl, Sabrina M. Nielsen, Kirstine Amris, Robin Christensen
Summary: Biopsychosocial rehabilitation has a significant but clinically small beneficial effect on pain relief among patients with inflammatory arthritis and osteoarthritis (OA), with no difference in harm.
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Ana Margarida Pinto, Rinie Geenen, Tor D. Wager, Mark A. Lumley, Winfried Hauser, Eva Kosek, Jacob N. Ablin, Kirstine Amris, Jaime Branco, Dan Buskila, Joao Castelhano, Miguel Castelo-Branco, Leslie J. Crofford, Mary-Ann Fitzcharles, Marina Lopez-Sola, Mariana Luis, Tiago Reis Marques, Philip J. Mease, Filipe Palavra, Jamie L. Rhudy, Lucina Q. Uddin, Paula Castilho, Johannes W. G. Jacobs, Jose A. P. da Silva
Summary: This article presents a new model called FITSS (Fibromyalgia: Imbalance of Threat and Soothing Systems), which proposes that an imbalance in emotion regulation, specifically an overactive 'threat' system and underactive 'soothing' system, may contribute to the development of fibromyalgia. This model provides a new perspective for future research and may stimulate the discovery of novel therapeutic interventions.
NATURE REVIEWS RHEUMATOLOGY
(2023)
Letter
Psychology, Social
Jaap J. A. Denissen, Chris J. Soto, Rinie Geenen, Oliver P. John, Marcel A. G. van Aken
PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Dennis J. S. Makarawung, Mijke J. Boers, Femke van den Brink, Valerie M. Monpellier, Liesbeth Woertman, Aebele Mink B. van der Molen, Rinie Geenen
Summary: This study assessed body image in different weight groups and found that body image concerns may influence weight changing behavior. Among obese individuals, there was a preference for a smaller body and low satisfaction with appearance, but differences in investment in appearance. Among underweight individuals, there was high investment in appearance and a preference for a larger body, but differences in satisfaction with appearance. Different body image profiles exist in all weight groups.
Meeting Abstract
Psychiatry
R. Selker, T. Y. Koppert, R. Geenen
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Letter
Rheumatology
Ana Margarida Pinto, Rinie Geenen, Tor D. Wager, Winfried Hauser, Eva Kosek, Jacob N. Ablin, Kirstine Amris, Jaime Branco, Dan Buskila, Joao Castelhano, Miguel Castelo-Branco, Leslie J. Crofford, Mary-Ann Fitzcharles, Marina Lopez-Sola, Mariana Luis, Tiago Reis Marques, Philip J. Mease, Filipe Palavra, Jamie L. Rhudy, Lucina Q. Uddin, Paula Castilho, Johannes W. G. Jacobs, Jose A. P. da Silva
NATURE REVIEWS RHEUMATOLOGY
(2023)
Letter
Rheumatology
Ana Margarida Pinto, Rinie Geenen, Tor D. Wager, Mark A. Lumley, Winfried Haeuser, Eva Kosek, Jacob N. Ablin, Kirstine Amris, Jaime Branco, Dan Buskila, Joao Castelhano, Miguel Castelo-Branco, Leslie J. Crofford, Mary-Ann Fitzcharles, Marina Lopez-Sola, Mariana Luis, Tiago Reis Marques, Philip J. Mease, Filipe Palavra, Jamie L. Rhudy, Lucina Q. Uddin, Paula Castilho, Johannes W. G. Jacobs, Jose A. P. da Silva
NATURE REVIEWS RHEUMATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Dennis J. S. Makarawung, Phillip J. Dijkhorst, Claire E. E. de Vries, Valerie M. Monpellier, M. J. Wiezer, Ruben N. van Veen, Rinie Geenen, Aebele B. Mink B. van der Molen
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the association between body image and weight loss in patients after bariatric metabolic surgery. The results showed that body image improved until 12 months but gradually declined afterwards, although it remained better than baseline. Higher baseline body image was associated with less weight loss in the first year. However, body image and change in body image were not associated with weight loss 12 to 36 months after surgery.
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Ana Margarida Pinto, Mariana Luis, Rinie Geenen, Filipe Palavra, Mark A. Lumley, Jacob N. Albin, Kirstine Amris, Jaime Branco, Dan Buskila, Joao Castelhano, Miguel Castelo-Branco, Leslie J. Crofford, Mary-Ann Fitzcharles, Winfried Hauser, Eva Kosek, Philip J. Mease, Tiago Reis Marques, Johannes W. G. Jacobs, Paula Castilho, Jose A. P. da Silva
Summary: Research on fibromyalgia has made remarkable progress in understanding the neurobiological and psychosocial mechanisms involved. However, current descriptions of fibromyalgia don't capture the complex interplay between neurophysiological and psychosocial domains. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to synthesize current knowledge, explore multi-level links between different systems, and bridge disparate perspectives. The work of international experts in neurophysiology and psychosocial aspects of fibromyalgia is crucial for developing a model that integrates the main factors, enabling better understanding, assessment, and intervention for fibromyalgia.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Rheumatology
Eduardo Jose Ferreira Santos, Bayram Farisogullari, Emma Dures, Rinie Geenen, Pedro M. Machado
Summary: The objective of this study was to identify the best evidence on the efficacy of non-pharmacological interventions in reducing fatigue in people with inflammatory rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (I-RMDs) and to summarise their safety. The study included a systematic review of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and found that physical activity or exercise and psychoeducational interventions were effective and safe for managing fatigue in people with I-RMDs.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Kim Hijne, Lotte Gerritsen, Ana M. Pinto, Jose A. P. da Silva, Jonna F. van Eck van der Sluijs, Rinie Geenen
Summary: This study aimed to identify and structure comprehensive overviews of threat and soothing influences that may impact physical symptoms in people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMD) and central sensitivity syndromes (CSS). The results provided a comprehensive taxonomy of threats and soothers in people with RMD or CSS, which can be used in experimental research and clinical practice.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Heidi Willemse, Rinie Geenen, Marthe R. Egberts, Iris M. Engelhard, Nancy E. Van Loey
Summary: This study investigated the associations between burn severity, age, female gender, body image dissatisfaction, and self-esteem. The findings suggest that there is a moderate association between body image dissatisfaction and self-esteem. Burn severity, female gender, and age are associated with body image dissatisfaction through different pathways. Perceived stigmatization and fear of negative evaluation are also associated with self-esteem.
PSYCHOLOGY & HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Tim Y. Koppert, Henriet van Middendorp, Rinie Geenen
Summary: This study aimed to examine the mental and physical health of women with fibromyalgia before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings showed that women with fibromyalgia displayed high levels of fatigue and pain, as well as low levels of general health, social functioning, physical functioning, role physical functioning, role emotional functioning, and mental health compared to the norm group data. Contrary to theoretical expectations, the levels of health variables did not differ significantly before and during the pandemic, and some variables even reflected a healthier status during the pandemic. These findings suggest that the pandemic may have brought about favorable changes for some women with fibromyalgia.
RHEUMATOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
