Analysis of the Supportive Care Needs after Metabolic Bariatric Surgery in Germany Using an Adjusted Supportive Care Needs Survey- Short Form (SCNS-SF34)

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Objective:

Consider adding context about the importance of addressing supportive care needs in MBS.

Key Findings:
  • Quantify the levels of reported needs for psychological well-being and health system navigation.
Interpretation:

Suggest specific tailored strategies for postoperative care.

Limitations:
  • Expand on how the limitations may affect the generalizability of the findings.
Conclusion:

The adapted SCNS-SF34 effectively identifies unmet supportive care needs in MBS patients, suggesting that addressing these needs could improve follow-up attendance and long-term outcomes.

Original Source(s)

Analysis of the Supportive Care Needs after Metabolic Bariatric Surgery in Germany Using an Adjusted Supportive Care Needs Survey- Short Form (SCNS-SF34)

  • by Jonas Wagner, Madita Roll, Tobias Kantowski, Sara Notz, Gabriel Plitzko, Jakob Izbicki, Oliver Mann, Thilo Hackert, Anna Duprée, Freya Brodersen, Angelika Weigel

  • March 21, 2026

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