Deadline: 23:59, 5th June, 2026 (Friday) China Time
This is an International Obesity Society (IOS) endorsed research project recruiting collaboration centers for external validation of a risk prediction model for Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) after Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS).
Background:
- The incidence of IDA after MBS is relatively high
- A high-performance nomogram-based prediction model has been developed
- Multicenter external validation is urgently needed
Study Design:
- Multicenter, prospective study
- Participants: Patients undergoing MBS
- Outcome: Occurrence of IDA within 1 year after MBSCollaboration
Collaboration Requirements:
- Centers performing MBS
- Capability for 1-year postoperative follow-up
- Willingness to assist with data collection using an established clinical scoring system
Benefits of Collaboration:
- Authorship on publications
- Shared research outcomes