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Does obesity surgery improve psychosocial functioning? A systematic review.

S Herpertz1, R Kielmann, A M Wolf

  • 1Clinic of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, University of Essen, Essen, Germany. stephan.herpertz@uni-essen.de

International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders : Journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity
|October 24, 2003
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Bariatric surgery generally improves mental health, psychosocial functioning, and quality of life (QoL). While binge eating disorder is common, surgical outcomes are positive for most patients, even those with psychiatric conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Bariatric Surgery Outcomes

Background:

  • Bariatric surgery is increasingly common for severe obesity.
  • Understanding the psychosocial impact is crucial for patient selection and post-operative care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the psychosocial outcomes of bariatric surgery.
  • To assess psychiatric comorbidity, psychopathology, functioning, and quality of life (QoL).

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of controlled and non-controlled trials from the last two decades.
  • Literature search of English and German articles published since 1980.
  • Studies rated for level of evidence based on established guidelines.

Main Results:

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  • 40 studies focusing on psychosocial outcomes after obesity surgery were identified from 171 reviewed publications.
  • Majority of patients experience improved mental health, social relations, and employment.
  • Psychiatric comorbidity and psychopathology generally decrease post-surgery.

Conclusions:

  • Bariatric surgery typically enhances psychosocial status and QoL.
  • Binge eating disorder is prevalent, with outcomes varying by surgical type.
  • Concerns about negative psychological impacts are largely unfounded for most patients.