Compare two weight-loss surgeries for severe obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of bariatric (weight-loss) surgery to see which helps people with severe obesity lose weight and stay healthy. You might be eligible if you’re between 20 and 60 and are already being referred for bariatric surgery after prior unsuccessful weight-loss attempts.
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Who can take part
- You have severe obesity and are being referred for bariatric surgery (BMI at least 35 with related health problems, or BMI at least 40)
- You are 20 to 60 years old
- You have tried other weight-loss methods before and they didn’t work
- You speak Norwegian
- Your BMI is under 55
- You do not have certain stomach/esophagus problems (like strong reflux needing daily medicine, hiatal hernia, or severe esophagus irritation)
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