Depictions of Firearms and Other Projectile Weapons in Top-Selling Japanese Manga.

Firearm violence is a pressing public health issue in the United States and becoming increasingly so worldwide. This concern has prompted researchers to examine the prevalence of such violence in media entertainment. Japanese manga have a large youth readership in the U.S., yet research on their depictions of firearms is presently lacking. We randomly selected 50 chapters from each of ten top-selling manga series worldwide (N = 500) to identify dialogue, action, and other illustrations involving handguns, rifles, machine guns, other projectile weapons, and bombs. Of the 500 chapters, 129 (25.8%) had at least one depiction of a firearm or other projectile weapon, with 684 instances of characters handling (e.g., carrying, holding, firing, reloading) such a weapon. Of the 384 unique characters so depicted, the vast majority were males (88.3%), adults (92.2%), and "good" characters (73.4%). Manga readers, especially male adolescents and preteens, are frequently exposed to storylines in which one or more characters are using a firearm or other projectile weapon. Working collaboratively, manga publishers and distributors should act to develop and implement a comprehensive rating system to flag content that may be harmful to youth so that parents can more easily monitor what their children are reading.

Magnetic liver retraction in bariatric surgery: Is it possible?

One of the recent advances in bariatric surgery is the use of magnetic devices. This research paper describes magnetic liver retraction in morbidly obese patients during bariatric surgery. A descriptive, prospective and observational study was carried out, analyzing 100 patients in whom magnetic retraction was used. Mean and SD body mass index was 46.1 ± 5.09 kg/m2. The magnetic system was successfully used for liver retraction in 95% of cases; in only 5% of cases was its use not possible due to hepatomegaly and severe hepatic steatosis. According to the results, magnetic liver retraction can be safe and used in bariatric surgery, regardless of body mass index and with a low percentage of complications.

Ethnomedicinal uses of plants for various diseases in the remote areas of Changa Manga Forest, Pakistan / Usos etnomedicinais de plantas para várias doenças nas áreas remotas da Floresta Changa Manga, Paquistão

This study aims at reporting the indigenous knowledge of the medicinal flora from the inhabitants of surroundings of the World's largest artificial planted forest "Changa Manga", Pakistan. Data were collected by direct interviews and group meetings from 81 inhabitants including 32 local healers having information regarding the use of indigenous medicinal plants over a period of one year. Different statistical tools were applied to analyze the data including Frequency citation (FC), Relative frequency citation (RFC), Use Value, Factor of informants consensus and fidelity level. This study reported 73 plant species belonging to 37 plant families and 46 genera. The majority of plant species belong to compositae family. The most commonly used medicinal plants were P. hysterophorus L., P. dactylifera L., S. indicum L, P. harmala L., P. emblica L., and A. indica A.Juss. The greatest number of species was used to cure gastrointestinal disorders. The highest fidelity level (68.18%) was of E. helioscopia to cure gastrointestinal disorders. Maximum fresh uses (17) were reported by C. dactylon (L.) Pars. While the highest number of species reporting fresh uses in similar number was 13. In this study, five novel plants are being reported for the first time in Pakistan for their ethnomedicinal worth. Our data reflect unique usage of the medicinal plants in the study area. The statistical tools used in the study proved useful in pointing the most important and disease category specific plants. High use value plant and the new reported medicinal plants might prove an important source of the isolation of pharmacologically active compounds.

Este estudo tem como objetivo relatar o conhecimento indígena sobre a flora medicinal dos habitantes do entorno da maior floresta artificial plantada do mundo, a Changa Manga, no Paquistão. Os dados foram coletados por meio de entrevistas diretas e reuniões em grupo de 81 habitantes, incluindo 32 curandeiros locais, com informações sobre o uso de plantas medicinais indígenas durante o período de um ano. Diferentes ferramentas estatísticas foram aplicadas para analisar os dados, incluindo citação de frequência (FC), citação de frequência relativa (RFC), valor de uso, fator de consenso dos informantes e nível de fidelidade. Este estudo relatou 73 espécies de plantas pertencentes a 37 famílias de plantas e 46 gêneros. A maioria das espécies de plantas pertence à família Compositae. As plantas medicinais mais utilizadas foram P. hysterophorus L., P. dactylifera L., S. indicum L., P. harmala L., P. emblica L. e A. indica A. Juss. O maior número de espécies foi usado para curar distúrbios gastrointestinais. O maior nível de fidelidade (68,18%) foi de E. helioscopia para cura de distúrbios gastrointestinais. Os usos máximos em fresco (17) foram relatados por C. dactylon (L.) Pars. enquanto o maior número de espécies relatando usos frescos em número semelhante foi de 13. Neste estudo, cinco novas plantas estão sendo relatadas pela primeira vez no Paquistão por seu valor etnomedicinal. Nossos dados refletem o uso exclusivo das plantas medicinais na área de estudo. As ferramentas estatísticas utilizadas no estudo mostraram-se úteis para apontar as plantas mais importantes e específicas da categoria de doença. Plantas de alto valor de uso e as novas plantas medicinais relatadas podem ser uma importante fonte de isolamento de compostos farmacologicamente ativos.

Possible technical aspects involved in the development of GERD after sleeve gastrectomy: Surgical technique considerations.

Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) is the most common bariatric surgery worldwide and has shown to cause de novo or worsen symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Esophageal motility and physiology studies are mandatory in bariatric and foregut centers. The predisposing factors in post-SG patients are disruption of His angle, resection of gastric fold and gastric fundus, increased gastric pressure, resection of the gastric antrum, cutting of the sling fibers and pyloric spasm. There are symptomatic complications due to sleeve morphology as torsion, incisura angularis stenosis, kinking and dilated fundus. In this article, we present recommendations, surgical technique and patient selection flow diagram for SG and avoid de novo or worsening GERD.

Literature and Modern Japanese Urbanism: Features of the Traditional Worldview in a Modern Space.

This article was aimed to study the demonstration of urban images as topographic or background effects for depicting the social reality of life in large megacities. The research considered four literary works of Japanese and Chinese writers, namely the manga 'Hanzawa Naoki' (2020) by Jun Ikeido, the novel 'Convenience Store Woman' (2016) by Sayaka Murata, the manga 'Tokyo Ghoul' (2011) by Sui Ishida, and the Chinese novel 'Northern Girls' (2004) by Sheng Keyi. It was found that each literary work demonstrated the symbolism of the urban platform, on which specific cultural and social rules were formed (in the Japanese sense, the term 'joshiki' was used). So, there was a certain transformation of the Japanese traditional worldview to a mutually beneficial life activity, which can lead to marginalization. The study results also showed that the folklore images of Japanese yokai have transformed in the fantasy genre as metaphorical social roles that lack a sense of tolerance and liberality in the context of modern society.

Detalles técnicos para prevenir la Enfermedad por Reflujo Gastroesofágico durante la Gastrectomía en manga

La gastrectomía en manga es el procedimiento bariátrico más frecuentemente efectuado en la actualidad. La complicación alejada más frecuente es el aumento de la tasa de enfermedad por reflujo gastro-esofágico. Se han descrito las razones anatómicas y fisiopatológicas de su origen. En este artículo se describen los puntos claves de la técnica quirúrgica de la manga gástrica para su prevención como también otros procedimientos que han sugerido tanto para su prevención como tratamiento.

Sleeve gastrectomy is the most frequently performed bariatric procedure today. The most common distant complication is the increased rate of gastroesophageal reflux disease. The anatomical and pathophysiological reasons for its origin have been described. This article describes the key points of the gastric sleeve surgical technique for its prevention as well as other procedures that have been suggested both for its prevention and treatment.

Manga traqueal cartilaginosa. Reporte de dos casos / Tracheal cartilaginous sleeve. Report of two cases

La manga traqueal cartilaginosa es una malformación de la vía aérea donde no se distinguen anillos traqueales. Un segmento continuo de cartílago se extiende desde el cricoides, pudiendo llegar hasta los bronquios principales. Está asociada a síndromes de craneosinostosis con la mutación FGFR2, además de muertes prematuras por oclusión de la tráquea con tapones mucosos. Se presenta el curso clínico de pacientes portadores de manga traqueal cartilaginosa en el contexto de una malformación craneofacial. Caso 1. Masculino, al nacer hipoplasia del tercio medio facial. Polisomnografía: índice de apnea/hipopnea de 37,7/hr. Laringotraqueobroncoscopía (LTBC): tráquea sin anillos cartilaginosos desde cricoides hasta bronquios fuentes. Se indica traqueostomía. Caso 2. Masculino, al nacer cráneo en trébol. Poligrafía: Síndrome de apnea/hipopnea obstructiva del sueño (SAHOS) leve. Revisión vía aérea: desde subglotis hasta bronquios principales se extiende tráquea en manga. Se indica traqueostomía. En el contexto de una craneosinostosis en niños, especialmente con mutación FGFR2, creemos necesario realizar una LTBC en búsqueda de manga traqueal, ya que si es diagnosticada se debe recomendar traqueostomía, mejorando su expectativa de vida. Si la indicación de traqueostomía fuese por SAHOS, es obligatoria una LTBC preoperatoria, para evitar el no tener referencias anatómicas en el proceso.

A tracheal cartilaginous sleeve is a malformation of the airway in which the tracheal rings are indistinguishable. A continuous segment of cartilage extends from the cricoid, and it may reach all the way to the main bronchi. It is associated with various craniosynostosis syndromes with the FGFR2 mutation, in addition to premature deaths due to occlusions caused by mucus plugs in the trachea. Here we present the clinical course of patients who suffer from Tracheal Cartilaginous Sleeve in the context of a craniofacial malformation. First case. Male, presenting at birth a midfacial hypoplasia. Polysomnography: presents a 37,7/h index of apnea/hypopnea. Laryngotracheobronchoscopy (LTB): trachea is without cartilaginous rings from the cricoid to the main bronchi. A tracheostomy is indicated. Second case. Male, cloverleaf skull at birth. Polysomnography: Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome (OSAHS) non-severe degree. Revision of the airway: the trachea in sleeve extends from the subglottis to the main bronchi. A tracheostomy is indicated. In the context of craniosynostosis in children, especially with FGFR2 mutation, we believe it is necessary to do an LTB in the search of a tracheal sleeve, since if it is diagnosed a tracheostomy must be indicated, to better the life expectancy of the patient. If the tracheostomy indication comes from an OSAHS, a preoperatory LTB is obligatory to avoid not having anatomical references during the procedure.

Causes of revisional surgery, reoperations, and readmissions after bariatric surgery.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for weight loss, with comorbidity control. With low complication rates, the reasons for reoperation are major complications or weight loss failure/weight regain. Nonsurgical problems can also present, such as anemia, dehydration, chronic pain, and malnutrition, among others. Our aim was to analyze the main causes of revisional surgery, reoperation, and hospital readmission, at a specialized bariatric center. METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted on patients that underwent bariatric surgery within the time frame of 2012 and 2019. The baseline analysis included demographic, anthropometric, and perioperative data, as well as a sub-analysis of the main readmission causes and complications. RESULTS: A total of 776 primary surgeries were performed (649 RYGBP, 127 SG, and 10 revisional surgeries), and 99 patients were identified for the study: 10 revisional surgeries, 44 reoperations, and 45 readmissions. The incidence of revisional surgery was 1.2%, reoperation was 5.6%, and readmission 5.8%. Fifty percent of the revisional surgeries were performed due to insufficient weight loss or weight regain; the most frequent causes of reoperation were cholecystitis (38.6%) and internal hernias (9.1%); and the most common causes of readmission were nonspecific abdominal pain (35.5%) and dehydration (24.4%). CONCLUSION: The most frequent causes of postoperative readmission were nonsurgical events, followed by non-bariatric reoperations, and finally revisional surgeries. There was a low incidence of early reoperations. Knowledge of the abovementioned data is important for identifying higher-risk patients, to prevent major complications.

Embarazo postmanga gástrica en pacientes con irregularidades menstruales / Pregnancy after gastric sleeve in patients with menstrual irregularities

Resumen OBJETIVO: Estimar la cantidad de pacientes con irregularidades menstruales que se embarazaron luego de una cirugía bariátrica (manga gástrica) y describir los desenlaces de los embarazos. MATERIALES Y MÉTODOS: Estudio retrospectivo de serie de casos de pacientes obesas y con irregularidades menstruales intervenidas mediante cirugía bariátrica (manga gástrica). Se operaron entre el 1 de junio de 2014 y el 31 de diciembre de 2019 en el Centro Médico Imbanaco Cali, Colombia. RESULTADOS: De 1418 cirugías bariátricas, tipo manga gástrica, 117 pacientes cumplieron con los criterios de inclusión, 80 de ellas se localizaron telefónicamente y aceptaron incluirse al estudio. Luego de la manga gástrica, el 86.25% (n = 69) de las pacientes logró la regularización de sus ciclos menstruales. Además, el 31% (n = 25) consiguió el embarazo, 80% (n = 20) de ellas tenían la intención de buscar el embarazo. Los desenlaces de esos embarazos fueron favorables, con partos a término, con adecuado peso y talla al nacer. CONCLUSIONES: Después de la cirugía bariátrica, tipo manga gástrica, en mujeres con irregularidades menstruales, 25 de las 80 pacientes se embarazaron y los desenlaces obstétricos fueron satisfactorios. Sin duda, hacen falta más estudios prospectivos para poder afirmar, con una mejor representación estadística, las repercusiones de la disminución del peso corporal en la tasa de fertilidad.

Abstract OBJECTIVE: To estimate the number of patients with menstrual irregularities who became pregnant after bariatric surgery (gastric sleeve) and to describe the pregnancy outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospective study of a series of cases of obese patients with menstrual irregularities who underwent bariatric surgery (gastric sleeve). They were operated between June 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019 at the Imbanaco Cali Medical Center, Colombia. RESULTS: Of 1418 bariatric surgeries, gastric sleeve type, 117 patients met the inclusion criteria, 80 of them were located by telephone and agreed to be included in the study. After gastric sleeve, 86.25% (n = 69) of the patients achieved regularization of their menstrual cycles. In addition, 31% (n = 25) achieved pregnancy, 80% (n = 20) of them intended to seek pregnancy. The outcomes of these pregnancies were favorable, with full-term deliveries, with adequate weight and height at birth. CONCLUSIONS: After bariatric surgery, gastric sleeve type, in women with menstrual irregularities, 25 of the 80 patients became pregnant and the obstetric outcomes were satisfactory. Undoubtedly, more prospective studies are needed to be able to affirm, with a better statistical representation, the repercussions of the decrease in body weight on the fertility rate.

Hemorragia digestiva alta grave por fistula entre arteria esplénica y manga gástrica / Severe upper gastrointestinal bleeding due to fistula between splenic artery and gastric sleeve / Hemorragia digestiva alta grave devido a fístula entre artéria esplênica e manga gástrica

La hemorragia digestiva determinada por una fístula entre manga gástrica y seudoaneurisma de arteria esplénica o polo superior de bazo es infrecuente. Se presenta un caso clínico de una paciente de 52 años con antecedentes de cirugía de manga gástrica y fuga anastomótica. Ingresó por hemorragia digestiva alta grave. Se operó de emergencia y realizó punto hemostático sobre cara posterior de manga gástrica. Se reintervino por resangrado realizándose la gastrectomía y esplenopancreatectomía distal por solución de continuidad de arteria esplénica. Dada la inestabilidad hemodinámica se efectuó un esofagostoma y yeyunostomía, reconstruyéndose a los 8 meses con buena evolución.

Gastrointestinal bleeding caused by a fistula between the gastric sleeve and a pseudoaneurysm of the splenic artery or upper pole of the spleen is uncommon. A clinical case of a 52-year-old patient with a history of gastric sleeve surgery and anastomotic leak is presented. She was admitted for severe upper gastrointestinal bleeding. She underwent emergency surgery and performed a hemostatic stitch on the posterior face of the gastric sleeve. She underwent reoperation due to rebleeding, performing gastrectomy and distal splenopancreatectomy due to discontinuation of the splenic artery. Given the hemodynamic instability, an esophagostomy and jejunostomy were performed, reconstructing at 8 months with good evolution.

O sangramento gastrointestinal causado por uma fístula entre a manga gástrica e um pseudoaneurisma da artéria esplênica ou pólo superior do baço é incomum. Apresenta-se o caso clínico de um paciente de 52 anos com história de cirurgia de manga gástrica e fístula anastomótica. Ele foi internado por hemorragia digestiva alta grave. Uma operação de emergência foi realizada e um ponto hemostático foi realizado na face posterior da manga gástrica. Foi reoperado por ressangramento, realizando gastrectomia e esplenopancreatectomia distal por descontinuação da artéria esplênica. Dada a instabilidade hemodinâmica, foi realizada esofagostomia e jejunostomia, reconstruindo aos 8 meses com boa evolução.

Management of the staple line bleeding in laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: monopolar cautery versus oversewing.

OBJECTIVE: Staple line bleeding control (SLBC) after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is a serious problem. Cauterization alone is generally not preferred because of concerns about weakening the staple line. The aim of this study was to compare the suturing and monopolar cauterization methods for SLBC in LSG. METHODS: 212 patients were divided into two groups as cautery and suture groups. Demographic characteristics, intraoperative, and post-operative results were analyzed. RESULTS: Post-operative complications were seen in seven patients, four of them staple line bleeding (three patients were in the cautery group and one patient was in the suture group), and three of them leakage (all patients were in the suture group) from the staple line. There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of staple line bleeding (p = 0.35), staple line leakage (p = 0.09), blood loss (p = 0.12), intraoperative complications (p = 0.16), post-operative hemoglobin decrease (p = 0.63), and length of hospital stay (p = 0.35), but the operation time was longer in the suture group. CONCLUSION: This is the first study in literature comparing monopolar cauterization with another technique. Monopolar cauterization can be used for SLBC in LSG. It is a safe and efficient method as well as inexpensive.

OBJETIVO: El control del sangrado de la línea de grapas (SLBC) después de la gastrectomía en manga laparoscópica(LSG) es un problema grave. Generalmente, no se prefiere la cauterización sola debido a preocupaciones sobre el debilitamiento de la línea de grapas. El objetivo de este estudio fue comparar los métodos de sutura y cauterización monopolar para SLBC en LSG. MÉTODOS: 212 pacientes fueron divididos en 2 grupos de cauterización y sutura. Se analizaron las características demográficas, los resultados intraoperatorios y posoperatorios. RESULTADOS: Se observaron complicaciones posoperatorias en siete pacientes, cuatro de ellos sangrado en la línea de grapas (tres pacientes estaban en el grupo de cauterización, un paciente en el grupo de sutura) y tres de ellos fuga (todos los pacientes estaban en el grupo de sutura) del línea de grapas. No hubo diferencia significativa entre los grupos en términos de sangrado de la línea de grapas (p = 0.35), fuga dela línea de grapas (p = 0.09), pérdida de sangre (p = 0.12), complicaciones intraoperatorias (p = 0.16), disminución de hemoglobina postoperatoria (p = 0.63), duración dela estancia hospitalaria (p = 0.35), pero el tiempo de operación fue mayor en el grupo de sutura. CONCLUSIÓN: Este es el primer estudio que compara la cauterización monopolar con otra técnica. La cauterización monopolar se puede utilizar para SLBC en LSG. Es un método seguro, eficaz y económico.

Long-term chronic joint pain after sleeve gastrectomy and its influence on clinical and psychological outcomes.

INTRODUCTION: Bariatric surgery (BS) is effective in improving chronic joint pain (CJP). However, the long-term effects on this comorbidity are poorly understood. OBJECTIVES: To determine the prevalence of CJP in a sample of patients who had undergone BS with a minimum follow-up of 18 months. To determine whether or not there was any relationship between CJP and clinical or psychological outcomes after BS. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Cross-sectional study. The Lattinen index (LI) was used to evaluate CJP, using the cut-off point of 10 to define significant CJP (SCJP). RESULTS: Of the 110 subjects assessed, 31.2% (35/110) had SCJP. The patients with SCJP were older (57.4±13 vs 47.8±11.6 years; p<0.0001) and more time had elapsed since their BS (105.6±54.3 vs 78.5±39 months; p=0.023). The last BMI was higher in subjects with SCJP (35±5 vs 33.3±6.9kg/m2; p=0.05) and the percentage of patients who took significant regular exercise was lower (2.9% vs 68%; p<0.0001). Trauma problems after BS were more common in subjects with SCJP (61.8% vs 22.7%; p<0.0001). More patients with SCJP met depression criteria (47.1% vs 5.3%; p<0.0001) and/or were treated with antidepressants (38.2% vs 17.3%; p=0.003). Patients with SCJP reported fewer hours of sleep (6±1.4 vs 6.8±1.2h; p=0.003). CONCLUSIONS: SCJP is highly prevalent in patients who have had BS once they reach the weight plateau phase. There is an association between having SCJP and worse psychological and functional status, with potential detrimental metabolic effects.

Moe-Phobia: Effect of Users' Gender on Perceived Sexuality and Likability Toward Manga-Like Virtual Agents.

In Japan, many incidents regarding manga-like virtual agents have happened recently, in which critics have indicated that virtual agents used in public spaces are too sexual. Prior study defined this perception as "moe-phobia." In many cases, critics have pointed to agents' clothes. However, after verifying actual moe-phobia incidents, I hypothesize that these incidents are associated with not only the agents' clothes but also the situations in which they are used. I conducted an experiment with three factors and two levels to verify this hypothesis. The independent values were the agents' clothes, usage scenario, and the gender of the participants. The dependent values were the agents' trustworthiness, familiarity, likability, sexuality, and suitability as perceived by humans. I conducted the experiment with female and male groups and conducted a three-way ANOVA for each dependent value for each group. As a result, I observed a different tendency regarding the impression of the agents between female and male groups; however, both groups had the same tendency regarding the perceived suitability. The female and male participants judged the agents' suitability from not only their clothes but also the scenario.

Remisión de Diabetes tipo 2 en pacientes sometidos a Cirugía Bariátrica (Bypass Gástrico vs Gastrectomía Vertical) en el Hospital Central Militar

Resumen México es el primer lugar a nivel mundial en obesidad; la Diabetes tipo 2 se encuentra asociada hasta en 90%. Este estudio observacional ambispectivo del 2009 al 2015, compara las tasas de remisión de diabetes tipo 2 en pacientes con IMC >35 kg/m2 operados de Bypass Gástrico Laparoscópico (BPGL) vs Gastrectomía Vertical en Manga Laparoscópica (GVML) monitorizando la normalización de los niveles de glucosa plasmática, disminución del porecentaje de HbA1C y cese en el uso de antidiabéticos por lo menos un año, siendo ese su objtetivo. Se analizaron los expedientes clínicos de los pacientes operados de BPGL y GVML con obesidad mórbida y diabetes tipo 2 en el periodo de enero del 2009 a junio del 2015, registrando en una base de datos las variables medibles de cada paciente. Se utilizó una tabla de ANOVA y la prueba t de Student mediante programa de análisis de datos SPSS®. Posterior a la cirugía se registraron cifras de glucosa en ayuno <100 mg/dl desde los primeros tres meses en la mayoría de los pacientes. Después de 12 meses de seguimiento los niveles de glucosa descendieron de 152.16 ± 65.3 mg/dl a 88.16 ± 14.05 mg/dl (p< 0.001), el porcentaje de HbA1C bajó de 7.4 ± 1.4 a 5.3 ± 0.8 (p <0.001), cuatro pacientes continuaron con algún tipo de medicamento, dos con insulina y dos con hipoglucemiantes orales. Existió una remisión de la diabetes tipo 2 en 20 pacientes (80%). En los pacientes con obesidad mórbida y diabetes tipo 2 tratados en el Hospital Central Militar, la GVML y el BPGL han demostrado seguridad y efectividad en la remisión de diabetes tipo 2 a mediano plazo. Sin diferencia significativa entre ambos.

Consulta en servicio de urgencia y reingreso hospitalario después de una cirugía bariátrica primaria / Emergency department visit and Hospital Readmission after Primary Bariatric Surgery

Resumen Introducción: Las consultas en el servicio de urgencia (CU) y el reingreso (RI) hospitalario después de una cirugía bariátrica (CB) son importantes indicadores de calidad y seguridad. Sin embargo, existe escasa información de estos indicadores en nuestro medio nacional. En este trabajo analizamos las CU y RI de pacientes sometidos a una CB primaria en un centro universitario de alto volumen, y buscamos variables asociadas a estos indicadores. Materiales y Método: Estudio observacional retrospectivo que incluyó a todos los pacientes sometidos a bypass gástrico (BPG) o gastrectomía en manga (GM) laparoscópica primaria realizados de forma consecutiva en nuestra institución durante el período 2006-2007 y 2012-2013. Utilizando nuestros registros clínicos y base de seguimiento prospectivo, identificamos aquellos pacientes con CU o RI en nuestro hospital durante los primeros 30 días después del alta. Resultados: Se incluyeron 1.146 CB primarias, 53% (n = 613) fueron BPG y 47% (n = 533) GM. Un 8,03% (n = 92) de los pacientes tuvo al menos una CU y un 3,7% (n = 42) un RI. Las variables independientes asociadas tanto a CU como RI fueron el tiempo operatorio e índice de masa corporal (IMC) preoperatorio. No se encontró asociación estadística, en el periodo estudiado, para el tipo de CB realizada con la CU ni con el RI. Conclusión: Existe una baja proporción de pacientes que requieren CU y RI posterior a la CB, lo que demuestra la seguridad de estas intervenciones.

Introduction: Emergency department visits (EDV) and hospital readmission (HR) after bariatric surgery (BS) are important indicators of quality and safety in surgery, however there is little information on their characteristics in our national environment. Aim: In this work we analyze EDV and HR in patients undergoing a primary BS in a high-volume university center, and identify variables that could be associated with these indicators. Materials and Method: A retrospective observational study where we identified all patients undergoing Roux-in-Y gastric bypass (RYGBP) or primary laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG) performed consecutively at our institution during the period 2006-2007 and 2012-2013. Using our clinical records and prospective follow-up database, we identify those patients with EDV and/or HR in our hospital during the first 30 days after discharge. Results: 1146 primary BS were included, of these 53% (n = 613) were RYGBP and 47% (n = 533) SG. 8,03% (n = 92) of the patients had at least one EDV, of these 3,7% (n = 42) had an HR. The independent variables associated with EDV and HR were the operative time and preoperative body mass index (BMI). No statistical association was found, in the period studied, for the type of BS performed with EDV or HR. Conclusion: There is a low proportion of patients who require EDV and HR after BS, which demonstrates the safety of these interventions.

Portosplenomesenteric thrombosis after laparoscopic gastric sleeve.

BACKGROUND: Bariatric surgery is an effective way to lose weight and the laparoscopic gastric sleeve is one of the techniques currently used. Portosplenomesenteric venous thrombosis is a complication that occurs in patients undergoing this surgical technique. At the moment there are no protocols to reduce the risk of this thrombotic event, so we show our experience and propose an algorithm. CASE REPORT: A total of 620 patients were evaluated, six of whom presented between postoperative days 10 to 20 abdominal pain, nausea and dehydration. Therefore, a double contrast abdominal computed tomography scan was carried out, which demonstrated portomesenteric and portoesplenomesenteric thrombosis, in addition to two patients with signs of intestinal ischemia, which required reoperation. One of the patients died of pulmonary thromboembolism.

ANTECEDENTES: La cirugía bariátrica es una forma eficaz de perder peso, y la manga gástrica laparoscópica es una de las técnicas usadas actualmente. La trombosis venosa portoesplenomesénterica es una complicación que se presenta en los pacientes sometidos a esta técnica quirúrgica. En el momento no existen protocolos para disminuir el riesgo de este evento trombótico, por lo cual mostramos nuestra experiencia y proponemos un algoritmo. CASOS CLÍNICOS: Se evaluaron 620 pacientes, de los cuales seis, entre los días 10 y 20 de posoperatorio, presentaron dolor abdominal, náuseas y deshidratación. Se les realizó tomografía computarizada de abdomen con doble contraste, que demostró trombosis portomesentérica y portoesplenomesentérica; además, dos pacientes tuvieron signos de isquemia intestinal y requirieron reintervención quirúrgica. Uno de los pacientes falleció por tromboembolia pulmonar.

Estadía abreviada poscirugía bariátrica: una posibilidad real sin incrementar complicaciones ni readmisión de pacientes / Abbreviated Hospitalization after bariatric surgery

Resumen Introducción: Nuevas técnicas en cirugía bariátrica han permitido disminuir las complicaciones y la mortalidad quirúrgica. Estas mejoras han hecho posible disminuir la estadía hospitalaria y acelerar el proceso de recuperación permitiendo un potencial protocolo de alta temprana. Objetivos: Describir la experiencia en la utilización de un protocolo diseñado de estadía abreviada, en pacientes posoperados de cirugía bariátrica. Materiales y Método: Estudio analítico, retrospectivo de cohorte. Se consideró una cohorte de pacientes en que se realizó cirugía bariátrica, en Clínica Santa María, por un solo cirujano, entre julio de 2014 y abril de 2019, sometidos a un protocolo diseñado de alta temprana. Fueron registradas la morbilidad, la mortalidad, las readmisiones y reintervenciones en el periodo de tiempo registrado. Resultados: Se incluyeron un total de 775 pacientes, 654 pacientes sometidos a gastrectomía en manga laparoscópica (GEM) y 101 pacientes sometidos a bypass gástrico en Y de Roux (RYGB). Hubo 8 complicaciones, sin mortalidad registrada. La tasa de readmisión/reintervención fue de 4,13%/2,27% para GEM y 4,55%/3,53% para RYGB. Conclusiones: En este grupo de pacientes pudimos demostrar una baja tasa de complicaciones, lo que apoya la idea de que un protocolo de alta temprana en pacientes sometidos a cirugía bariátrica es una alternativa factible y segura.

Introduction: New techniques in bariatric surgery have allowed to reduce complications and surgical mortality. These improvements have made it possible to reduce the hospital stay and accelerate the recovery process, allowing a potential early discharge protocol. Aim: To describe the experience in the use of a protocol designed for an abbreviated stay, in post-operated bariatric surgery patients. Materials and Method: Analytical, retrospective cohort study. A cohort of patients who underwent bariatric surgery, at the Santa María Clinic, by a single surgeon, between July 2014 and April 2019 and submitted to a designed early discharge protocol was considered. Morbidity, mortality, readmissions, and reoperations were recorded in the established period of time. Results: A total of 775 patients were included, 654 patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (GEM) and 101 patients undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). There were 8 complications, with no recorded mortality. The readmission/reoperation rate was 4.13%/2.27% for GEM and 4.55%/3.53% for RYGB. Conclusions: In this group of patients we were able to demonstrate a low rate of complications, which supports the idea that an early discharge protocol in patients undergoing bariatric surgery is a feasible and safe alternative.

Evaluation of gastroesophageal reflux after standardized gastric sleeve with the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Questionnaire (GerdQ).

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the appearance of gastroesophageal reflux in our population after sleeve gastrectomy as management for obesity, with the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Questionnaire (GerdQ). METHOD: Retrospective study of patients undergoing sleeve gastrectomy during 2016 and 2017, having ruled out gastroesophageal reflux (GER) with pre-surgical upper digestive endoscopy, and post-operative evaluation with the GerdQ scale. RESULTS: 129 patients were included in the study, average age was 45 years, gender of greater male appearance was 77.5%, the most frequent comorbidities were hypothyroidism 25.6% and hypertension 23.3%. 12.4% had a score greater than or equal to 8, 14 were women and 2 men, there was no statistically significant relationship with the preoperative mass index. CONCLUSIONS: Standardizing the gastric sleeve technique in the bariatric surgery services, taking into account the technical factors associated with post-operative GERD de novo, decreases its appearance as evaluated by the GerdQ scale.

OBJETIVO: Evaluar la aparición de reflujo gastroesofágico (RGE) posterior a gastrectomía en manga como manejo para la obesidad, con el Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Questionnaire (GerdQ). MÉTODO: Estudio retrospectivo de pacientes llevados a gastrectomía en manga durante 2016 y 2017, habiendo descartado RGE con endoscopia digestiva alta prequirúrgica, y evaluación posoperatoria con la escala GerdQ. RESULTADOS: Se incluyeron en el estudio 129 pacientes, con un promedio de edad de 45 años, el 77.5% de sexo masculino y como comorbilidad más frecuente hipotiroidismo (25.6%) e hipertensión arterial (23.3%). El 12.4% tenían un puntaje ≥ 8, 14 eran mujeres y 2 hombres, y no hubo relación estadísticamente significativa con el índice de masa corporal preoperatorio. CONCLUSIONES: Estandarizar la técnica de manga gástrica en los servicios de cirugía bariátrica, teniendo en cuenta los factores técnicos asociados a RGE posoperatorio de novo, disminuye la aparición de RGE según lo evaluado por la escala GerdQ.

Influencia del confinamiento por COVID-19 en los resultados ponderales durante el primer año tras la gastrectomía vertical / Influence of the lockdown due to COVID-19 on weight-loss results during the first year after sleeve gastrectomy

Introducción: La pandemia por COVID-19ha obligado al confinamiento de la población en muchos países. En España, el estado de alarma se estableció desde el 15 de marzo al 20 de junio del 2020. Este hecho, por lo general, disminuyó la movilidad y la actividad física de las personas, además de producir o exacerbar alteraciones psicológicas. Nuestro objetivo es analizar la influencia que esta situación ha ejercido sobre los resultados ponderales a corto plazo de los pacientes tratados mediante una gastrectomía vertical laparoscópica entre mayo del 2019 y mayo del 2020. Métodos: Estudio de casos y controles donde se compararon el porcentaje de exceso de peso perdido (%EWL) y el porcentaje de peso total perdido (%TWL) de los pacientes intervenidos en el último año y a los que ha afectado el confinamiento durante el mes de abril y parte de marzo del 2020 (grupo 1; n=20), con el de un grupo control (grupo 2; n=40) de nuestra casuística previa. Resultados: El %EWL medio en el grupo 1 es de 47,37±18,59 y en el grupo 2 es de 51,13±17,59, siendo la p=0,438. Por su parte, el %TWL medio en el grupo 1 es de 21,14±8,17 mientras que en el grupo 2 es de 24,67±8,01, resultando la p=0,115. Conclusiones: El confinamiento de la población por COVID-19 no empeoró los resultados ponderales a corto plazo de la gastrectomía vertical. Son necesarios más estudios con un mayor número de pacientes para obtener conclusiones más sólidas. (AU)

Introduction: COVID-19 pandemic has lead to lockdown of population in many countries. In Spain, the state of alarm was established from March 15 to June 20, 2020. Usually this fact decreased people's mobility and physical activity, in addition to producing or exacerbating psychological disorders. Our aim was to determine the influence that this condition had over the short-term ponderal results of patients undergoing laparoscopic vertical gastrectomy from May 2019 to May 2020. Methods: Case-control study for comparing the percentage of excess weight lost (%EWL) and the percentage of total weight lost (%TWL) of patients that underwent a VG during the last year, so they were affected by lockdown in April and part of March 2020 (group 1), to the %EWL and %TWL of a control group (group 2), obtained from our previous series. Results: The mean %EWL in group 1 is 47,37±18,59 and in group 2 is 51,13±17,59, being p=0,438. Meanwhile, the mean %TWL in group 1 is 21,14±8,17 and in group 2 is 24,67±8,01, with p=0,115. Conclusions: Population lockdown by COVID-19 did not get worse short-term results of vertical gastrectomy. More studies with a larger number of patients are necessary to draw firm conclusions. (AU)

Emotional experiences of reading health educational manga encouraging behavioral changes: a non-randomized controlled trial.

OBJECTIVE: Educational health manga are used to promote health behavior change. This study thus seeks to achieve the following objectives: identify the emotional experience of reading educational health manga, understand the effects of facilitating the psychological mediators of behavior change through emotional experiences, and compare the effectiveness of educational health manga with conventional materials. DESIGN: A non-randomized controlled trial with six conditions was conducted. Target behaviors were physical activity and healthy diet. Individuals aged 20-69 years (n = 1,680) were assigned three manga intervention conditions and three control conditions (visual image-based, narrative text, and general text material). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Participants were asked about their emotional experience while reading either intervention material or control material and its perceived positive influence on enhancing psychological mediators. RESULTS: Four factors relevant to emotional experiences were identified: risk perception, familiarity, satisfaction, and realism. Emotional experience strongly predicted the psychological mediators of behavior change. Analysis of differences among the six conditions revealed that exposure to educational health manga led to greater satisfaction and increased knowledge. Participants assigned manga conditions experienced superior emotional experiences and outcomes. CONCLUSIONS: Those assigned manga conditions experienced superior emotional experiences and outcomes. The efficacy of educational health manga in encouraging psychological mediators of change was confirmed.Trial registration: UMIN Japan identifier: UMIN000034369.