Is the Skt gene , required for anorectal development , a candidate for a molecular marker of the cloacal plate?
We showed the spatial and temporal expression of Skt gene in the cloacal plate formation. This gene could be a marker for the cloacal plate during the anorectal development. Furthermore, Skt was considered to be associated with the embryogenesis of ARMs.
LRYGB for patients ≥ 55 years achieves outcomes and complications rates comparable to the younger population. Patients should not be denied bariatric surgery for the age alone.