Weight loss, resolution of comorbidities, and current quality of life in patients undergoing Bariatric Surgery. Prospective Study

Abstract

Bariatric surgery is currently the most effective treatment for weight loss, improving comorbidities related to obesity and helping to improve the patient's quality of life. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate weight loss, resolution of comorbidities and current quality of life of patients undergoing bariatric surgery in a health center in Carabobo state, period July 2021–July 2023. MATERIALS: Descriptive, non-experimental, cross-sectional and prospective study, correlational in scope. The sample was intentional non-probabilistic and consisted of 40 patients. RESULTS: Average age was 40.02 years ± 1.48. 42.50% of the sample had been operated on for one year. The predominant surgical technique was Gastric Bypass (90%). A statistically significant decrease in BMI was recorded from the time before surgery to the current measurement (P <0.05). The percentage of weight lost averaged 83.65 ± 2.56, with a median of 88.5%. Of the total major comorbidities presented, 54.16% were resolved and 45.83% were improved. Of the minor comorbidities presented, 80% were resolved. Regarding quality of life after the intervention, 62.50% demonstrated a very good quality of life with no association with the type of surgery (P>0.05). 42.50% of patients showed very good results, followed by those with excellent results (27.50%), with no significant association with the type of procedure applied (P>0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The most frequent comorbidities were arterial hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea, with notable resolution after the intervention. Quality of life improved considerably.