Breath test reveals gut bacteria changes after Weight-Loss surgery

NCT ID NCT02819037

First seen Dec 29, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at how gastric bypass surgery affects bacteria in the small intestine. Researchers used a simple breath test to measure hydrogen levels, which can indicate bacterial overgrowth. Fifty-one people with severe obesity were tested before surgery and at several points up to two years after. The goal was to understand how the surgery changes gut bacteria and digestion.

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Locations

  • Centre Hospitalier d'Arras

    Arras, 62022, France

  • Centre Hospitalier de Douai

    Douai, 59507, France

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