Incidence of Gallstones in Patients with Obesity After Bariatric Surgery in Northern Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Gallstone formation (cholelithiasis) is a common and important consequence following bariatric surgery, though regional data from the Northern Border Region are limited. This study aimed to investigate the incidence and risk factors of gallstones in this population, with the goal of optimizing postoperative treatment and reducing morbidity.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study using a non-probability convenience sampling technique to recruit 509 participants with varying degrees of obesity. Four hundred and ten study participants underwent bariatric surgery, of whom 73 were excluded for preoperative cholelithiasis and/or cholecystectomy. Data were collected through a self-administered, pre-validated questionnaire distributed via various social m

SUBMITTER: Alali AOA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12293454 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature