Which Weight-Loss surgery works best? new study compares two procedures

NCT ID NCT03938571

First seen Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study compares two weight-loss surgeries for people with severe obesity (BMI over 45). It looks at how much weight is lost, how health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure improve, and the risk of side effects like malnutrition. The goal is to find which surgery is safer and more effective.

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