Let’s talk considerations after bariatric surgery — Join general surgery resident Dr. Diego Polanco for a discussion with expert weight loss surgeon Dr. J. Christopher Eagon. This episode of the Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast will focus on long- and short-term complications after weight loss surgery, and serves as an additional companion to Chapter 15 of the 9th edition of the bestselling Washington Manual of Surgery.
In this episode of the Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast, Dr. Eagon discusses operative complications, including anastomotic leaks, dumping syndrome, and nutritional deficiency issues after weight loss surgery. The discussion also explores the reversal of comorbidities of obesity, the ability to preserve weight loss, and marginal ulcers.d by Dr. Jason Snyder, an acute and critical care surgeon at WashU Medicine, to discuss vital intraoperative considerations. Key points include the importance of team introductions, surgical timeouts, anesthesia options, managing intraoperative complications, and effective postoperative handoffs. Gain insights into optimizing patient care during surgery with practical tips from experienced professionals.