The Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 on Bariatric Surgery: Redefining Psychosocial Care

Sockalingam, Sanjeev; Leung, Samantha; Cassin, Stephanie E.

doi:10.1002/oby.22836

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“…Previously, Scully et al had shown that both lockdown and con nement would also lead to erratic dietary patterns and frequent snacking, both of which are associated with higher caloric intake and increased risk of obesity (56). Furthermore, studies from China showed a negative impact on psychological health, which has previously been linked to unhealthy dietary patterns and poor quality of the diet (30,57,58). Hence, the current lockdown is likely to increase the prevalence of obesity, and we should actively seek measures to overcome them.…”

Section: Indirect Impact Of Covid19 On the Obese Population And Obesimentioning

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SARS-CoV-2 and Obesity: “CoVesity” - A Pandemic Within A Pandemic

Zakka

Chidambaram

Mansour

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Individuals who are overweight or obese are in a chronic state of low-grade inflammation, making them particularly susceptible to developing severe forms of respiratory failure. Studies conducted in past pandemics link obesity with worse health outcomes. This population is thus of particular concern within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, considering the cessation of obesity management services. This systematic review highlights (1) the reciprocal link between the obesity and COVID-19 pandemics (2) obesity as a risk factor for more severe disease in past pandemics, (3) potential mechanisms that make obese individuals more susceptible to severe disease and higher viral load, (4) the need to safely resume bariatric services as recommended by expert guidelines, in order to mitigate the health outcomes of an already vulnerable population.

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Section: Indirect Impact Of Covid19 On the Obese Population And Obesimentioning

confidence: 99%

SARS-CoV-2 and Obesity: “CoVesity” - A Pandemic Within A Pandemic

Zakka

Chidambaram

Mansour

et al. 2020

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“…Indeed, social crises such as the current pandemic, have the potential to influence and drive maladaptive behaviours among individuals who are vulnerable (eg, those with chronic health conditions, unemployed, uninsured etc.) in particular 9,10 …”

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Impact of COVID‐19 stay‐at‐home orders on weight‐related behaviours among patients with obesity

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Summary How the impact of the COVID‐19 stay‐at‐home orders is influencing physical, mental and financial health among vulnerable populations, including those with obesity is unknown. The aim of the current study was to explore the health implications of COVID‐19 among a sample of adults with obesity. A retrospective medical chart review identified patients with obesity from an obesity medicine clinic and a bariatric surgery (MBS) practice. Patients completed an online survey from April 15, 2020 to May 31, 2020 to assess COVID‐19 status and health behaviours during stay‐at‐home orders. Logistic regression models examined the impact of these orders on anxiety and depression by ethnic group. A total of 123 patients (87% female, mean age 51.2 years [SD 13.0]), mean BMI 40.2 [SD 6.7], 49.2% non‐Hispanic white (NHW), 28.7% non‐Hispanic black, 16.4% Hispanic, 7% other ethnicity and 33.1% completed MBS were included. Two patients tested positive for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 and 14.6% reported symptoms. Then, 72.8% reported increased anxiety and 83.6% increased depression since stay‐at‐home orders were initiated. Also 69.6% reported more difficultly in achieving weight loss goals, less exercise time (47.9%) and intensity (55.8%), increased stockpiling of food (49.6%) and stress eating (61.2%). Hispanics were less likely to report anxiety vs NHWs (adjusted odds ratios 0.16; 95% CI, 0.05‐0.49; P = .009). Results here showed the COVID‐19 pandemic is having a significant impact on patients with obesity regardless of infection status. These results can inform clinicians and healthcare professionals about effective strategies to minimize COVID‐19 negative outcomes for this vulnerable population now and in post‐COVID‐19 recovery efforts.

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“…According to the latest data, obesity may present a higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 and it can signi cantly worsen the prognosis of pneumonia [7,8]. Sockalingam et al point out the tremendous psychological impact of the pandemic; an increase in eating psychopathology and binge eating syndrome can have a strong negative effect on obesity management and gaining weight [9]. The group of patients who experienced delays in the preoperative period showed a greater desire to resume surgery as soon as the pandemic curve attens compared to patients after surgery.…”

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When to Resume Bariatric Surgery after COVID-19 Pandemic? – Results of Patients’ and Surgeons’ Survey.

Dudek

Wysocki

et al. 2020

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BackgroundCOVID-19 is affecting most countries around the world, including Poland. In response, all elective surgeries have been postponed. We asked patients and surgeons when they want bariatric surgery to resume after pandemic. The main aim of the study was to determine patients’ and surgeons’ expectations about when to resume bariatric surgery regarding COVID-19 pandemic state.MethodsThe study was conducted in two groups: Group 1 – bariatric patients; Group 2 – bariatric surgeons. Two online surveys were distributed.Results A total of 895 patients, 299 before, 596 after surgery and 32 surgeons took part in survey. All patients and surgeons declared willingness to resume bariatric surgeries after pandemic and responded that they should be resumed immediately the World Health Organization announces end of pandemic (42%). The majority of patients before surgery answered that bariatric procedures should be resumed immediately the number of daily incidents begins to decrease (53%). In the patient group, current body mass index (p<0.001) and contact with COVID+/quarantined persons (p<0.001) had impact on the response to resumption of bariatric procedures.ConclusionsPatients opted to wait for bariatric surgery until the oncological queue has become shorter. Surgeons presented a readiness to resume both procedures in parallel.

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The Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 on Bariatric Surgery: Redefining Psychosocial Care

Cited by 54 publications

References 16 publications

SARS-CoV-2 and Obesity: “CoVesity” - A Pandemic Within A Pandemic

SARS-CoV-2 and Obesity: “CoVesity” - A Pandemic Within A Pandemic

Impact of COVID‐19 stay‐at‐home orders on weight‐related behaviours among patients with obesity

When to Resume Bariatric Surgery after COVID-19 Pandemic? – Results of Patients’ and Surgeons’ Survey.

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