452 Exploring the Merits and Availability of Smartphone Applications Related to Bariatric Surgery

Abstract Introduction Smartphone applications transcend healthcare specialties, with related to bariatric surgery widely available on mainstream application stores. We reviewed published literature regarding surgery-related applications, and the number types of for download. Method A search “bariatric surgery” “smartphone” was used find publications assessing such applications. “Bariatric searched in Apple’s (iOS) “App Store” Google’s “Google Play” analyse purposes, pricing, ratings. Results 22 articles explored smartphone usage relation surgery, describing benefits patient self-management wellbeing. However, concerns include a perceived lack involvement professionals development, further investigation diet prior is needed. Searches App Store Google Play identified 33 250 apps respectively. 85% iOS results were categorised as clinical weight management tools, 9% educational, 6% recreational. The corresponding figures 60%, 6%, 34%. Conclusions demonstrate widespread availability aftercare, particularly support. Input from during assessment impacts physical outcomes, are important aspects consider.