Bariatric surgery under the microscope: what happens years later?

NCT ID NCT02310178

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study follows 750 severely or morbidly obese patients who have undergone bariatric surgery at a single hospital in France. Researchers aim to track long-term weight loss and improvements in related health issues such as diabetes and high blood pressure. By observing real-world outcomes, the study may help shape future clinical trials on the impact of bariatric procedures.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could help doctors understand which bariatric procedures work best for long-term weight loss and improvement of related conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may vary based on patient differences and surgical techniques.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

morbid obesity Weight Loss

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • CHRU - Hôpital Saint Eloi

    RECRUITING

    Montpellier, 34295, France

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