Intensive Weight Loss Intervention Versus Bariatric Surgery for Adults With Severe and Complex Obesity: the LightBAR Randomised Trial
Intensive Weight Loss Intervention Versus Bariatric Surgery for Adults With Severe and Complex Obesity: the LightBAR Randomised Trial. Lighthouse Consortium on Obesity Management (LightCOM) Trial no 4
Carsten Dirksen
500 participants
May 8, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
With this trial, the aim is to assess the benefits and harms of a non-surgical intensive weight loss intervention that includes total dietary replacements, behavioural support and weight-loss medication compared with bariatric surgery for people with severe and complex obesity. The interpretation of the results will help inform future care pathways for people with obesity in whom bariatric surgery is currently the only available effective treatment option.
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Interventions
Intensive weight loss intervention, incl. total meal replacements, behavioural support, and weight loss medication
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) or Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG)
Locations(10)
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NCT06309238