Study of taste changes before and after bariatric surgery
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how your sense of taste works before and after bariatric weight-loss surgery. It may help doctors understand why eating patterns change after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have a body mass index (BMI) of at least 35 and are planning bariatric surgery
- You are right-handed
- You do not have known heart or blood vessel (cardiovascular) disease
- You do not have neurologic or psychiatric disorders
- You are willing to complete taste-related study visits around the time of surgery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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