People who undergo bariatric surgery and see substantial weight loss are better able to cope with household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping. The improvements are also sustained over a long time, according to a study at the University of Gothenburg.
The research, published in the journal BMC Medicine, is based on data from the SOS (Swedish Obese Subjects) study at the University of Gothenburg, the world's most comprehensive study on the long-term effects of bariatric surgery compared to conventional obesity treatment.
Previous research has shown that bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers. This present study highlights another important consideration: the impact of treatment on people's daily lives and their ability to live independently.
Although it is well known that obesity negatively affects quality of life, with a reduced ability to perform daily tasks, the impact that substantial weight loss after bariatric surgery has on people's home life has not been well studied.
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