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‹ Thu · 8 Oct 2026
Promising but preliminary

Robotic Bariatric Surgery in Patients with BMI > 50 kg/m2 (Obesity V): A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Robotic surgery proves safe and feasible for people with severe obesity, expanding surgical options for those who need weight-loss procedures most.

PURPOSE: Bariatric surgery poses a challenge in patients with BMI > 50 kg/m2. CONCLUSION: Our analysis supports the feasibility and safety of robotic platforms for bariatric procedures in patients with BMI > 50 kg/m2.

What the study was

Study design
Systematic Review
Population
patients with BMI
Sample size
47
Category
Prevention
Maturity
Validated
Journal
Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A

Why it surfaced

High-level evidence synthesis; moderate relevance to watchlist

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