Comparing two weight-loss surgeries for severe obesity
Part of Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery to see which works better for people with severe obesity. Both surgeries are minimally invasive (laparoscopic) and aim to help you lose a significant amount of weight and improve obesity-related health problems.
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Who can take part
- Your weight must be high enough: a BMI over 40, or a BMI between 35 and 40 with an obesity-related health problem like diabetes or high blood pressure.
- You must be willing to participate and attend follow-up visits as planned.
- You should be able to make lasting changes to your eating and exercise habits after surgery.
- You must not have a serious, uncontrolled mental health condition.
- You must not have had surgery on your upper belly in the past, and you must not be pregnant.
- You should not have frequent heartburn (reflux) or an eating disorder like bulimia.
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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