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[Suicide risk after bariatric surgery].

Arturo Roizblatt1, Daniel Roizblatt2, Francisca Soto-Aguilar B3

  • 1Departamento de Psiquiatría Oriente, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile.

Revista Medica De Chile
|January 7, 2017
PubMed
Summary

Bariatric surgery improves obesity comorbidities but may increase suicide risk. Pre-existing psychiatric conditions, like depression, are likely causes, necessitating thorough pre- and post-operative mental health evaluations.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Surgical Procedures
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Bariatric surgery is highly effective for severe obesity and associated medical issues.
  • Reports indicate elevated suicide rates post-bariatric surgery compared to the general population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on suicide rates following bariatric surgery.
  • To identify potential contributing factors to increased suicide risk in this patient group.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
  • Studies examining suicide rates and risk factors after bariatric procedures were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Pre-existing psychiatric conditions, including depression and eating disorders, are more prevalent in bariatric surgery candidates.

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  • These conditions are recognized suicide risk factors, suggesting a link to post-operative suicides.

    • Conclusions:

    • The increased suicide rate post-bariatric surgery is likely associated with pre-operative psychiatric comorbidities.
    • Thorough pre-operative mental health screening and post-operative follow-up are crucial for suicide risk management.