Weight loss surgery may boost sexual function, new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07446972
First seen Mar 09, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study looks at how bariatric surgery changes sexual function, sex hormones, mood, and quality of life in 40 women with severe obesity. Participants will complete questionnaires and give blood samples before surgery and 6 months after. Their partners will also report on their own sexual health. The goal is to understand overlooked benefits of weight loss surgery.
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Faculty of Medicine Cairo University
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors better counsel patients about sexual health improvements after weight loss surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It measures changes at 6 months, not long-term outcomes.
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