Trends in Drain Utilization in Bariatric Surgery: an Analysis of the MBSAQIP Database 2015-2017.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG) are the two most common bariatric operations. With the implementation of enhanced recovery protocols, the use of drains should decrease.

Methods

The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program database was queried for the years 2015-2017. Our inclusion criteria included all patients undergoing a primary LRYGB, SG, and revisions. We examined demographics, operative characteristics, the use of drains, and postoperative complications. Continuous variables were summarized using means and standard deviations (SD). Categorical variables were summarized using frequencies and proportions. Student's T test (Wilcoxon sum rank test in the case of skewed data) and chi-s

SUBMITTER: Clapp B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7223106 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature