Literature research
ZHANG Yang, WANG Caixing, CUI Siyu, WEI Ling, LI Tiantian, LI Yanan, HAN Peiqi
Objective To systematically retrieve and synthesize evidence on self-management in patients after metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS). Methods The clinical guidelines, consensus, systematic reviews, best practices, and evidence summaries on self-management of MBS patients were retrieved from computer decision support systems, guideline repositories, comprehensive databases and professional society websites, with the time setting from inception till October 7, 2024. Two researchers evaluated the quality of the literature and extracted relevant evidence independently. Results A total of 16 articles were included, comprising 2 clinical decisions, 5 guidelines, 4 systematic reviews, 2 evidence summaries, and 3 expert consensuses. Thirty-one pieces of evidence were synthesized across six domains: multidisciplinary collaboration management, dietary and nutritional management, exercise and physical activity management, psychological management, health behavior management and follow-up management. Conclusion This study summarizes the best evidence on self-management of MBS patients for clinical practice, optimizing postoperative self-management strategies and promoting their long-term weight loss outcomes and life quality.