Obesity, weight-loss surgery, and brain MRI study
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses MRI scans to see how obesity and weight-loss surgery affect the brain. It may help explain changes in thinking, mood, or appetite after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 20 years or older
- Your BMI is 37.5 or higher, or your BMI is 27 or higher with conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea
- You are scheduled for weight-loss (bariatric) surgery
- You do not have a neurological or psychiatric condition or take medications for them
- You do not have cancer or major digestive diseases
- You do not have metal implants, claustrophobia, or are pregnant
Quick eligibility check
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