Examining the Impact of Omentectomy on Abdominal Health: Short- and Long-Term Consequences and Clinical Implications
1Rimsha Malik, 2Dr Javaria manzoor, 3Isma Abbasi, 4Murad Javed Butt, 5Hammad Satti
1Montarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Medical College Mirpur AJK. 2UHS, 3Azad Jammu and Kashmir medical college Muzaffarbad, 4UHS, 5PIMS
Vol: 14/02
Received: January 20, 2025 Accepted: March 02, 2025 Published: July 02, 2025
ABSTRACT:
Background: Omentectomy, a surgical procedure involving the removal of the omentum, has been a subject of interest in abdominal health management. Despite its widespread application, the comprehensive understanding of its short- and long-term consequences and clinical implications remains incomplete.
Aim: This study aimed to examine the impact of omentectomy on abdominal health, focusing on both short- and long-term outcomes, to elucidate its clinical significance.
Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on a cohort of patients who underwent omentectomy for various indications. Clinical data including pre-operative status, surgical technique, post-operative outcomes, and follow-up assessments were collected and analyzed.
Results: Short-term consequences of omentectomy included transient alterations in metabolic parameters and inflammatory markers. Long-term follow-up revealed potential associations with metabolic syndrome and increased susceptibility to intra-abdominal infections. Furthermore, omentectomy demonstrated varying effects on adipose tissue distribution and visceral fat accumulation over time.
Conclusion: Omentectomy exerts significant effects on abdominal health, both in the short and long term, with implications for metabolic and inflammatory processes. These findings underscore the importance of careful consideration and patient selection in the clinical decision-making regarding omentectomy.
Keywords: Omentectomy, abdominal health, metabolic syndrome, visceral fat, surgical outcomes.