The SAGES masters program presents the 10 seminal articles for laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

Area of Science:

• Bariatric Surgery
• Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery

Background:

• The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) Masters Program features distinct clinical pathways.
• The Bariatric Surgery Pathway emphasizes three key procedures, including laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG).
• LSG is currently the most frequently performed bariatric procedure in the United States.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present and discuss the top 10 most cited seminal articles on laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG).
• To provide expert appraisal and commentary on landmark LSG literature.

Main Methods:

• Systematic literature search to identify the most cited papers on LSG.
• Review of the most cited articles by the SAGES Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery committee.
• Selection of seminal articles based on expert consensus for relevance to LSG.

Main Results:

• The top 10 cited papers focus on operative safety, patient outcomes, surgical technique, and physiological changes post-LSG.
• Each selected paper includes a detailed summary with expert appraisal and commentary.
• The identified literature underpins the understanding of LSG's mechanism, safety, and efficacy.

Conclusions:

• The presented seminal articles reinforce the acceptance and utilization of LSG.
• These landmark papers enhance comprehension of LSG's mechanism of action.
• Familiarity with these 10 articles is crucial for all bariatric surgeons due to demonstrated safety and excellent patient outcomes.