Improvement in Quality of Life Following Jejunoileal Bypass Surgery for Obesity
- 1 November 1977
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Informa UK Limited in Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology
- Vol. 12 (7), 769-774
- https://doi.org/10.3109/00365527709181718
Abstract
Psychological and physical adaptation to jejunoileal bypass surgery for obesity was evaluated in 55 patients observed 15 months to 6½ years postoperatively after a weight loss of about 50 Kg. The response to weight loss, as assessed by a comprehensive, structured questionnaire was an improvement in working capacity, interpersonal relationship, leisure time activity and adjustment to daily life. Sexual activity improved, particularly in men, and irregular menstruation normalized. Body image improved. Major postoperative psychiatric complications were not seen, which may be due to meticulous selection of the proper patients.Keywords
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