A Cross-Sectional Study of Quality of Life in Patients One Year After Bariatric Surgery
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Antidiabetic, Biochemical Analysis, Diabetes Mellitus, Gymnema Sylvestre, Herbal Medicine, Hypoglycemic Effect, Insulin Secretion, Oxidative Stress, Pancreatic Regeneration, Phytotherapy, Streptozotocin, Type 1 DiabetesAbstract
Objective: To evaluate the quality of life (QoL) in patients one year after bariatric surgery, focusing on improvements across physical, mental, and social domains.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 95 patients who had undergone bariatric surgery (gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy) and were at least one year post-procedure. Data were collected using the SF-36 QoL survey, assessing physical functioning, emotional well-being, social interaction, and general health perception. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze QoL outcomes pre- and post-surgery.
Results: Significant improvements were observed in all QoL domains. Physical functioning scores increased from a mean of 45 to 80, with 85% of patients reporting enhanced mobility and decreased pain. Mental health scores improved from 50 to 80, with 70% experiencing reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety. Social functioning rose from 55 to 85, with 75% reporting better social engagement. Comorbidities such as diabetes and hypertension showed substantial reduction, supporting overall health gains.
Conclusion: It is concluded that bariatric surgery significantly enhances QoL one year post-surgery across physical, psychological, and social domains. These findings highlight the procedure's comprehensive benefits beyond weight loss, with implications for holistic post-surgical support to sustain long-term QoL improvements
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