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Ariffin Azlan1,2, Francis M Finucane1,2, Gerard T Flaherty3,4
1Bariatric Medicine Service, Centre for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Galway University Hospitals, Galway, Ireland.
Obesity Surgery
|February 24, 2023
Summary
Limited public access to bariatric surgery drives medical tourism. This study found bariatric tourism often lacks accreditation, clear communication, and adequate pre-operative care, suggesting a need for better oversight and patient guidance.
Area of Science:
- Medical
- Surgical Services
- Public Health
Background:
- Public bariatric surgical services are insufficient, leading to increased bariatric tourism.
- Bariatric tourism involves patients traveling internationally for weight-loss surgeries.
- This trend raises concerns about patient safety and care quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze data from bariatric surgical centers serving international patients.
- To identify potential issues in the provision of bariatric tourism services.
- To inform recommendations for improving bariatric tourism standards.
Main Methods:
- Data extraction from bariatric surgical centers catering to patients traveling from abroad.
- Analysis of service provision, including accreditation, communication, and perioperative care.
- Review of travel health advice provided to international bariatric patients.
Main Results:
- Identified significant deficits in accreditation processes for bariatric tourism providers.
- Observed inconsistencies in communication protocols with international patients.
- Noted apparent shortcomings in perioperative care and travel health guidance.
- Highlighted risks associated with inadequate standards in bariatric tourism.
Conclusions:
- Bariatric tourism faces challenges related to accreditation, communication, and patient care.
- An international registry for accredited bariatric tourism providers is recommended.
- Enhanced patient education and standardized care guidelines are crucial for bariatric tourism safety.
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