Background Gut microbiota could be involved in the metabolic improvement after surgery.
Objective The aim of the present study was to evaluate the short-term evolution of the gut …

Objective To focus on the intersection of perception, diagnosis, stigma, and weight bias in
the management of obesity and obtain consensus on actionable steps to improve care …

Objective To determine the impact of sleeve gastrectomy in patients suffering from
depression compared with those who are not in a depressive state. Introduction Obesity is …

Purpose We aimed to use the self-efficacy model to examine the participants' experience,
attitudes, and viewpoints regarding the association between work, health and lifestyle …

The burden of disease attributable to obesity is rapidly increasing and becoming a public
health challenge globally. Using a nationally representative sample in Australia, this study …

Despite the initial successful weight loss after bariatric surgery, a significant amount of
patients experience weight loss failure and weight regain. Several factors are known to …

Abstract Purpose The BODY-Q is a rigorously developed patient-reported outcome measure
(PROM) for patients seeking treatment for obesity and body contouring surgery. A limitation …

Objectives Bariatric surgery is the most effective long-term treatment for severe obesity. In
addition to sustained weight loss, bariatric surgery can result in improvements in mental and …

An increase in employment rate was observed among individuals who underwent bariatric
surgery. This study assessed the relationship between employment rate and weight loss …

Objetivo: Compreender o enfrentamento do obeso mórbido em situações do cotidiano e
estilo de vida. Métodos: Pesquisa de natureza qualitativa, com abordagem fenomenológica …