DR. KEITH A. VOLLSTEDT, M.D.

DAKOTA DUNES, SD

Research Active
Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 2006 – 2006 NPI: 1417951161
Surgery
Bariatric SurgeryBlood PlateletsBlood Transfusion, AutologousGels

Practice Location

705 N SIOUX POINT RD
DAKOTA DUNES, SD 57049-5091

Phone: (605) 217-5500

What does KEITH VOLLSTEDT research?

Dr. Vollstedt studies the use of autologous platelet gel (APG) in bariatric surgery, which is surgery aimed at helping individuals with obesity. APG is made from a patient's own blood and is used during laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery. His research aims to make this type of surgery safer and improve patients' recovery experiences by reducing the chances of complications.

Key findings

  • Using autologous platelet gel during laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery helps reduce surgical complications.
  • APG improves healing times for patients recovering from bariatric surgery.
  • The introduction of APG in surgery offers a promising method to enhance patient safety.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Vollstedt study obesity-related surgery?
Yes, Dr. Vollstedt specializes in bariatric surgery, specifically focusing on methods to improve surgical safety and recovery.
What treatments has Dr. Vollstedt researched?
He has researched the use of autologous platelet gel to enhance healing and reduce complications in bariatric surgery.
Is Dr. Vollstedt's work relevant to patients undergoing gastric bypass?
Absolutely, his research directly benefits those undergoing gastric bypass surgery by improving their safety and recovery.

Publications in plain English

Use of autologous platelet gel in bariatric surgery.

2006

The journal of extra-corporeal technology

Brady C, Vang S, Christensen K, Isler J, Vollstedt K +1 more

Plain English
This study looked at using a treatment called autologous platelet gel (APG) during laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery for obesity. The researchers found that APG could help reduce surgical complications and improve healing, though they didn't provide specific numbers. This is important because it offers a way to make bariatric surgery safer for patients and enhance recovery times. Who this helps: This helps patients undergoing bariatric surgery.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Chad Brady See Vang Kevin Christensen Jack Isler David Holt

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