Adherence
Smoking cessation for at least 4 weeks prior to bariatric surgery significantly reduces postoperative complications.
If you smoke, stop at least 4 weeks before your bariatric surgery. This is not optional; it significantly reduces your risk of complications like wound infections and pneumonia. Seek support to quit, as the 4-week window is crucial for maximizing the benefit.
Tobacco smoking is associated with increased risk of postoperative morbidity and mortality... Several controlled trials have demonstrated that cessation of smoking is associated with marked reductions in postoperative complications... the treatment effect was significantly larger in trials with smoking cessation of at least 4 weeks
Why this rating
Based on controlled trials and systematic reviews/meta-analyses, though not specific to bariatric surgery, the effect is extrapolated.
Source
Guidelines for Perioperative Care in Bariatric Surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Society Recommendations
Anders Thorell et al. · World Journal of Surgery · 2016
DOI 10.1007/s00268-016-3492-3
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