Which weight loss surgery works best for teens? new study aims to find out.
NCT ID NCT02004561
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study compares three types of weight loss surgery (gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy, and gastric bypass) in severely obese teenagers aged 14-19. Researchers want to see which surgery is safest and most effective over time. Participants choose their surgery with their family, and the study tracks weight, blood sugar, and nutrition for years.
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Yale Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic
New Haven, Connecticut, 06520, United States
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