Predicting success after weight-loss surgery
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a psychological test can help predict who will do well after weight-loss surgery. Researchers are reviewing past test results and surgery outcomes to find patterns.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are being considered for weight-loss surgery after meeting medical guidelines.
- You completed a psychological test (MMPI-2-RF) between 2014 and 2023 before surgery.
- You either had the surgery or decided not to have it for a personal reason (not because a doctor said it was unsafe).
- You are able to understand the study and attend a follow-up visit.
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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