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.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHRU - Hôpital Saint Eloi
RECRUITINGMontpellier, 34295, France
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