Which weight-loss surgery is kinder to your stomach? new study aims to find out.
NCT ID NCT04763993
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares how two weight-loss surgeries—gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy—affect acid reflux in 128 obese patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to one surgery, and their reflux will be measured before and after using a 24-hour pH test. The goal is to see which surgery causes less worsening of reflux, helping doctors make better treatment choices.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy (surgical procedures)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors choose the best weight-loss surgery for patients with acid reflux, reducing long-term discomfort.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study at one hospital, so results may not apply to everyone. Surgery always carries risks like infection or complications.
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