Pharmacologic Management of Obesity Before and After Bariatric Surgery: Current Evidence

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Which of the following is true about using obesity medications before metabolic and bariatric surgery?

Correct answer: Use should be personalized and approached with caution

Obesity management medications should generally be introduced after MBS when...

Correct answer: When there is a weight loss plateau or recurrent weight gain

Which of the following statements best reflects current expert opinion on revisional bariatric surgery?

Correct answer: It's complex and higher risk, so obesity management medications and endoscopy should be considered first

According to the IFSO consensus, when are obesity management medications most helpful after bariatric surgery?

Correct answer: When there is a weight loss plateau or recurrent weight gain following MBS

True or False: Obesity management medications are always recommended before MBS.

Correct answer: False – Preoperative use should be individualized, not routine

What is one major reason experts suggest using obesity management medications or endoscopy before revisional surgery?

Correct answer: Revisional surgery has higher complication risks

What is the key theme for future obesity treatment strategies, according to the consensus?

Correct answer: Develop personalized, sustainable obesity treatment and management approaches