IFSO Update Position Statement on One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB)

Area of Science:

• Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Surgical Procedures
• Clinical Guidelines

Background:

• The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) released a 2018 position statement on one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB).
• The IFSO recognized the need to update the statement within two years due to emerging high-quality data.
• The update addresses numerous inquiries from medical professionals, institutions, and the public.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide an updated position statement on the role of one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) in bariatric/metabolic surgery.
• To incorporate recent scientific evidence into clinical recommendations.
• To respond to the growing interest and questions surrounding OAGB.

Main Methods:

• The position statement was developed by the IFSO OAGB task force.
• Recommendations are based on a review of peer-reviewed scientific literature.
• The statement was approved by the IFSO Scientific Committee and Executive Board.

Main Results:

• An updated IFSO position statement on OAGB has been issued.
• The statement reflects the latest available scientific evidence.
• The document serves as a guide for the use of OAGB in bariatric surgery.

Conclusions:

• The IFSO will continue to review and update its position statement on OAGB every two years.
• This iterative review process ensures recommendations remain current with scientific advancements.
• The updated statement guides the safe and effective application of OAGB in metabolic and bariatric surgery.