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Post-RYGB patients reported lower HADS-depression scores compared to controls (4 ± 8 vs. 11 ± 9; p = 0.005).
Post-surgery, patients may experience significant reductions in depression, which can inform mental health support strategies.
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HADS-depression score (4 ± 8 vs. 11 ± 9; p = 0.005) was lower post-RYGB.
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The comparison of depression scores provides strong evidence of mental health improvement.
Source
Long-term effects of gastric bypass surgery on psychosocial well-being and eating behavior: not all that glitters is gold
Roman Vangoitsenhoven et al. · Acta Clinica Belgica · 2016
DOI 10.1080/17843286.2016.1174393
cohort · n=46Cited 12×
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