1 Article by Anna Domingues
Do Complications Weight on Surgeons? Second Victim Syndrome in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
Obesity surgery – March 31, 2025
Summary
Serious complications in surgery not only impact patients but also take a toll on surgeons' mental health. A survey of 130 metabolic and bariatric surgeons revealed that many experience guilt, anxiety, and sleep issues after adverse events. Women and younger surgeons are particularly affected. The study underscores the urgent need for better support systems to help surgeons cope effectively.
Abstract
Although complications primarily affect patients, they also seem to cause repetitive trauma for surgeons. The concept of the "second victim" was in...