Factors associated with preoperative attrition in bariatric surgery: a protocol for a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Bariatric surgery results in substantial medical and economic benefits; however, independent studies typically report high patient preoperative attrition rates. Studies have identified individual characteristics and sociodemographic variables of those who complete the surgery compared to those who do not. The aim of the present protocol is to outline a systematic review focussed on identifying the sociodemographic, medical, cultural, psychological, and patient-led factors affecting preoperative attrition in clients who were enrolled in bariatric surgery programmes.

Methods/design

The databases Scopus, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web of Science, and MEDLINE will be searched for retrospective, prospective, and cross-sectional observational studies that have identified any soc

SUBMITTER: Taylor T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6262965 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature