PATIENT WELL‐BEING AFTER GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY FOR MORBID OBESITY

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Abstract
The physical and psychosocial consequences of gastric bypass surgery were observed in 30 morbidly obese patients. Twenty‐seven of these patients were satisfied with the results of surgery. Satisfaction was associated with improved health, a better self‐image, and greater social activity. Dissatisfaction occurred when an appreciable amount of weight was not lost, or when the patient's expectations about the results of surgery were unrealistic.