15.5% (n=198) of 2014 annual meeting attendees chose the Bariatric learning theme.
Of 2014 annual meeting attendees interested in the Bariatric learning theme, 28.5% (n=133) wanted to increase effective management of common complications associated with bariatric operations such as bleeding, obstructions, band slippage, leaks, ulcers, pulmonary embolism, strictures and small bowel obstructions. At three-month follow-up, 28.9% of those responding (n=52) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.
Of 2014 annual meeting attendees interested in the Bariatric learning theme, 23.8% (n=111) wanted to increase their ability to treat bariatric complications endoscopically. At three-month follow-up, 36.6% of those responding (n=41) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.
Of 2014 annual meeting attendees interested in the Bariatric learning theme, 21.4% (n=100) wanted to increase their utilization of currently approved bariatric procedures and their variations. At three-month follow-up, 34.4% of those responding (n=32) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.
Of 2014 annual meeting attendees interested in the Bariatric learning theme, 13.3% (n=62) wanted to increase their use of minimally invasive techniques to treat sick patients in the emergency setting. At three-month follow-up, 22.7% of those responding (n=22) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.