You are Invited to Submit your Research on the Following Topics:

Technology & Innovation:
  • AI and Digital Tools in MBS: Applications in Surgery, Endoscopy, and Patient Management
  • Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Practices in MBS
  • Hybrid and Novel Techniques in MBS: Magnetic Anastomosis, SASI, Transit Bipartition
  • Obesity Management Algorithms: Role of AI and Predictive Models
  • Robotic Surgery in MBS: Current Status and Technological Advances
Surgical Techniques & Outcomes:
  • Bariatric and Endoscopic Procedures: Current Indications and Evolving Techniques
  • Biliary and Hepatic Issues in MBS: Surgical Challenges, MAFLD, and Cancer Risk
  • Complication Management in MBS: Bleeding, Ulcers, Internal Hernia
  • Internal Hernia and Hiatal Management: Mesh Use, Prevention, and Repair
  • MBS and Reflux: Mechanisms, Treatment, and Surgical Indications
  • Revision and conversion MBS: Indications, Strategies, and Endoscopic Support
  • RYGB and OAGB: Mechanisms, Long-Term Outcomes, and Reflux Management
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy: Indications, Technical Tips, and Avoiding Complications
Long-Term & Complex Cases:
  • MBS in High-Risk Patients: Age Extremes, Super-Obesity, and Severe Comorbidities
  • Long-Term Outcomes of MBS: Weight, Metabolic Effects, Comorbidity Resolution, Long-term adverse events
  • Long-term complications/long-term adverse events of MBS
  • Weight Regain After MBS: Evaluation and Treatment Options
Multidisciplinary Care:
  • Gender-Specific Aspects and Women’s Health in Obesity and MBS
  • Nutritional Management in MBS: Malabsorption, Supplementation, and Role of the Dietitian
  • Physical Activity and Psychological Support in Pre- and Postoperative MBS
  • Psychological Assessment and Mental Health in MBS
  • Stigma and patients’ experience
Pharmacologic Obesity Therapy:
  • OMM Failure and Discontinuation: When to Refer for Surgery
  • Pharmacologic Treatment of Obesity (Obesity management medications): Indications, Pediatric Use, and Integration with MBS
Other Relevant Topics:
  • Bariatric Surgery Tourism: Risks, Ethics, and Postoperative Follow-Up Challenges
  • Basic Research and Mechanisms of Action in MBS
  • Education and Training in MBS: UEMS Standards and Future Perspectives
  • ERAS Protocols in MBS: Recovery Optimization and Outcome Improvement
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery After MBS
  • Quality Assessment and Research Methodology in MBS
  • Young IFSO: Promoting Education, Research, and Networking for Early Career Surgeons