2023
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.42000
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Post-gastric Sleeve Surgery Chronic Symptoms From a Sample of Patients in Saudi Community

Waleed M Alhuzaim,
Raghad M Alajlan,
Rahaf A Alshehri
et al.

Abstract: Background: A common bariatric procedure known as gastric sleeve surgery can cause significant weight loss and co-morbid condition alleviation. However, patients could experience persistent problems such as gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal/neural, and psychiatric disorders after surgery. This study aims to identify the most prevalent chronic symptoms following sleeve gastrectomy among a sample of Saudi patients and the impact these symptoms have on patients' lives. Methodology: Patients who underwe… Show more

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“…Patients between the ages of 25 and 35 reported the highest prevalence of heartburn symptoms, followed by those between the ages of 36 and 45 and those older than 45. This conclusion is consistent with prior research indicating that younger individuals who undergo SG have an increased likelihood of experiencing heartburn symptoms [20][21][22].…”
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confidence: 91%
“…Patients between the ages of 25 and 35 reported the highest prevalence of heartburn symptoms, followed by those between the ages of 36 and 45 and those older than 45. This conclusion is consistent with prior research indicating that younger individuals who undergo SG have an increased likelihood of experiencing heartburn symptoms [20][21][22].…”
Section: Discussionsupporting
confidence: 91%