Konstantin Grozdev

Dr. Konstantin Grozdev

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Academic Career Length

7Years (2020-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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11 March 2020 in Updates in Surgery
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KGKonstantin Grozdev
Konstantin Grozdev
NKNabil Khayat
Nabil Khayat
SSSvetlana Shumarova
Svetlana Shumarova
GIGergana Ivanova
Gergana Ivanova
KAKostadin Angelov
Kostadin Angelov
GTGeorgi Todorov
Georgi Todorov

30 July 2026 in Obesities
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ASAntonina Gerganova - Sirakova
Antonina Gerganova - Sirakova
KGKonstantin Grozdev
Konstantin Grozdev
AGAntoaneta Trifonova Gateva
Antoaneta Trifonova Gateva
RKRadka Kaneva
Radka Kaneva
INIveta Nedeva
Iveta Nedeva
ZKZdravko Kamenov
Zdravko Kamenov
Purpose of Review: Obesity is a growing global health challenge, with severe obesity projected to affect up to 25% of individuals with obesity by 2030. Bariatric surgery remains the most effective treatment, yet the molecular mechanisms underlying its metabolic benefits are not fully understood. This review summarizes current evidence on the role of microRNAs in bariatric/metabolic surgery and evaluates their potential as biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Recent Findings: Bariatric surgery induces significant alterations in circulating and tissue-specific miRNA profiles, particularly those involved in glucose metabolism, inflammation, and adipose tissue remodeling. Among the most frequently reported candidates, miR-122, miR-221, miR-27a, miR-126, miR-144, miR-222, miR-223, miR-375, miR-92a, and miR-155 have been associated with weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity, and diabetes remission. Emerging data suggest that these miRNAs may act not only as biomarkers of metabolic recovery but also as regulators of insulin signaling, inflammatory pathways, and adipocyte function. Summary: Current evidence supports a role for miRNAs in the metabolic adaptations observed after bariatric surgery. Although further validation is required, miRNAs show promise as minimally invasive biomarkers for predicting and monitoring treatment response and may provide insight into the molecular mechanisms underlying obesity remission and improvement of obesity-related comorbidities.