Weight loss study for bariatric surgery patients
This study looks at how weight loss affects the energy-producing parts of your cells (mitochondria). It may help researchers understand how bariatric surgery improves overall health.
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Who can take part
- You have obesity (BMI greater than 30), and you have chosen to have bariatric surgery.
- Your weight is 350 pounds or less.
- You do not have type 2 diabetes, thyroid disease, coronary heart disease, congenital heart disease, or peripheral arterial disease.
- You do not have a pacemaker.
- You do not use a walking aid (like a cane or walker).
- You do not have an injury that affects how you walk, and if you are a woman, you are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
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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