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Special Issue Introduction

Welcome to this Special Issue on “Minimally Invasive Treatment of Bariatric Surgery”. Obesity has become
a global epidemic with significant medical, social, and economic implications. Bariatric surgery is now
recognized as one of the most effective treatments for severe obesity, offering durable weight loss and
significant improvement in obesity-related comorbidities.

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in minimally invasive approaches to bariatric surgery,
aiming to minimize surgical trauma, accelerate postoperative recovery, and enhance patient satisfaction.
minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures, offer several
advantages over traditional open surgery, such as smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, faster recovery, and
improved cosmetic outcomes.

This Special Issue provides a comprehensive overview of current advances in minimally invasive bariatric
surgery. It includes original research articles, review papers, and clinical studies from leading experts in the
field.

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:
1. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
2. Laparoscopic gastric bypass
3. Robotic-assisted bariatric surgery
4. Mini-gastric bypass
5. Single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) for bariatric procedures
6. Endoscopic bariatric interventions
7. Revisional minimally invasive bariatric surgery
8. Outcomes and complications of minimally invasive bariatric procedures
9. Patient selection and perioperative management

We hope this Special Issue will serve as a valuable resource for bariatric surgeons, gastroenterologists,
endoscopists, obesity specialists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with
obesity. By exploring the latest advances and evidence-based practices in minimally invasive bariatric
surgery, we aim to improve patient outcomes, enhance surgical techniques, and advance the field toward a
safer, more effective, and personalized approach to the treatment of obesity.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all the authors who have contributed their work to this
issue, as well as to the reviewers for their valuable feedback and insights. We hope that readers will find
this collection informative, thought-provoking, and inspiring, and that it will stimulate further research and
innovation in the field of minimally invasive bariatric surgery.

Benefits
Open Access: All published articles are freely accessible and downloadable from the journal website.
Copyright remains with the authors.

Rigorous Peer Review: The journal adheres strictly to international peer-review standards, including the
Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Ethical Guidelines for Peer Reviewers, ensuring a thorough and
unbiased review process.
Wide Dissemination: Published articles are actively promoted and widely disseminated through online
platforms, academic conferences, and academic social media platforms.
Academic Engagement: Authors are invited to participate in various academic activities, including special
interviews, article-sharing seminars, and complimentary webinars associated with the Special Issue.