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N Engl J Med August 2007 PMID 17715409

Long-term mortality after gastric bypass surgery.

Ted D Adams, Richard E Gress, Sherman C Smith, R Chad Halverson, Steven C Simper, Wayne D Rosamond, Michael J Lamonte, Antoinette M Stroup, Steven C Hunt

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What people are saying

Discussions reflect a balanced view, with some posts emphasizing the proven benefits like reduced cancer mortality, using words like 'significant' and 'important,' while others consider the increased risks of accidents and suicide, indicating active engagement. The tone varies from supportive to cautious, showing that the publication influences ongoing debates about the long-term risks and rewards of gastric bypass surgery.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings, especially the reduction in mortality and specific disease-related deaths, indicating general agreement with the study's conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show moderate curiosity about the long-term effects of gastric bypass, with some engaging in debates about risks and benefits.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific aspects of the publication, such as the increased risk of non-disease deaths, suggesting a moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts highlight the significance of the research, especially around cancer and overall mortality, indicating a meaningful impact on opinions about weight loss surgery.

Abstract in brief

  • A study of long-term mortality (from 1984 to 2002) found that patients who underwent gastric bypass surgery had a 40% lower risk of death from all causes compared to severely obese individuals who did not have the surgery.
  • The surgery group showed significant reductions in deaths caused by specific diseases such as coronary artery disease (56% decrease), diabetes (92% decrease), and cancer (60% decrease).
  • Despite these benefits, the study also noted that the surgery group had a 58% higher rate of death from non-disease causes like accidents and suicide compared to the control group.
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jmortonmd
@Jmortonmd · X

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@medcharlie21 · X

#縮胃手術 文獻：https://t.co/JNAKSqZMwE

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ClaraMC
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@RamonNogueras @JaMedFamLab @Cristin20105937 https://t.co/krkJBdeRTB

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Siberian fox
@SilverVVulpes · X

@alexeyguzey take https://t.co/AnMkNuVQl9 or https://t.co/y3P0uBqtDv for example. not RCTs, but could try and search for some in this surgery in the latter you'd see confounds going on the opposite direction: after gastric bypass they have *more* mortality due to accidents and suicide...

Mar 6, 2020 · 1 like · 6,301 followers View post →
Cotic
@Cotic · X

@PlantChompers Influences are still hard selling a high protein diet. In this video on cancer prevention Brad says he "eats a high protein diet to maximise the benefits of exercise". IGF1 ??? (I swear Brad is gearing up to release a protein powder.) https://t.co/zpKxrnlaNO

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Bypass Blake
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Ever wonder what the Pros / Cons or Risks vs. Benefits are for Weight Loss Surgery? Check out my video and my YouTube channel: https://t.co/jpC6l50wfP #wlscommunity #wls #wlsjourney #weightlosssurgery #gastricsleeve #gastricbypass #duodenalswitch #weightloss

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@PlantChompers Influences are still hard selling a high protein diet. In this video on cancer prevention Brad says he "eats a high protein diet to maximise the benefits of exercise". IGF1 ??? (I swear Brad is gearing up to release a protein powder.) https://t.co/zpKxrnlaNO

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@eran_lin3 @DanaGat1 ניתוחים בריאטרים זה ניתוחים מצילי חיים לטווח הארוך. מצורפים שני מחקרים מNejm המגזין המדעי הכי חשוב בעולם הרפואה. https://t.co/guu5RJVICa https://t.co/syU05dettB https://t.co/760MnSqTkM

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RT @Jmortonmd: Surgical weight loss reduces cancer mortality, https://t.co/2JNGKdrcSh

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RT @Jmortonmd: Surgical weight loss reduces cancer mortality, https://t.co/2JNGKdrcSh

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@OMGhanemMD · X

RT @Jmortonmd: Surgical weight loss reduces cancer mortality, https://t.co/2JNGKdrcSh

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jmortonmd
@Jmortonmd · X

Surgical weight loss reduces cancer mortality, https://t.co/2JNGKdrcSh https://t.co/3ElhEgm1Xe

Nov 20, 2021 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 2,235 followers View post →
Bypass Blake
@BypassBlake · X

Ever wonder what the Pros / Cons or Risks vs. Benefits are for Weight Loss Surgery? Check out my video and my YouTube channel: https://t.co/jpC6l50wfP #wlscommunity #wls #wlsjourney #weightlosssurgery #gastricsleeve #gastricbypass #duodenalswitch #weightloss

Dec 20, 2020 · 1 like · 146 followers View post →
Siberian fox
@SilverVVulpes · X

@alexeyguzey take https://t.co/AnMkNuVQl9 or https://t.co/y3P0uBqtDv for example. not RCTs, but could try and search for some in this surgery in the latter you'd see confounds going on the opposite direction: after gastric bypass they have *more* mortality due to accidents and suicide...

Mar 6, 2020 · 1 like · 6,301 followers View post →