Research
Energy balance
Patient-delivered lifestyle intervention yielded significantly less weight regain than standard-of-care (SOC) at month 18 (0.77 kg vs 2.37 kg; P = .002).
Patient-delivered interventions may be a viable alternative for weight loss maintenance.
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There was a statistically significant difference in weight change by arm; patient-to-patient treatment yielded significantly less weight regain than SOC (month 18: 0.77 kg [95% CI, -0.14 to 1.68] vs 2.37 [95% CI, 1.40 to 3.34]; P = .002).
Why this rating
Based on the randomized clinical trial design.
Source
Patient-Delivered Continuous Care for Weight Loss Maintenance
Tricia M. Leahey et al. · JAMA Internal Medicine · 2025
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