Improvement of the quality of life after jejuno-ileostomy for extreme obesity
Danø, P.; Hahn-Pedersen, J.
Ugeskrift for Laeger 140(32): 1953-1956
1978
ISSN/ISBN: 0041-5782 PMID: 695053 Document Number: 131678
Psychological and physical adaption to jejunoileal bypass surgery for obesity was evaluated in 55 patients observed for 15 months to 6.5 years after operation after a weight loss of about 50 kg. The response to weight loss, as assessed by a comprehensive structured questionnaire, was improvement in working capacity, interpersonal relations, leisure time activity and adjustment to daily life. Sexual activity improved, particularly in men, and irregular menstruation became normal. Body image improved. No major psychiatric complication was observed, which may be ascribed to meticulous selection of appropriate patients.