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Study Reveals Bariatric Surgery's Varied Long-Term Employment Impact

10/3/2025

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Queensland University of Technology led a review of bariatric surgery across 15 countries.
The review covers 42 studies with 159,678 patients across 15 countries.
In year one, employment rose from 54.4% to 66.4%, then declined toward baseline by year five.
The findings call for tailored support for women, older adults, and people with comorbidities, plus nutrition, activity, and psychosocial care.

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Story summary

Queensland University of Technology led a review of bariatric surgery across 15 countries.
The review covers 42 studies with 159,678 patients across 15 countries.
In year one, employment rose from 54.4% to 66.4%, then declined toward baseline by year five.
The findings call for tailored support for women, older adults, and people with comorbidities, plus nutrition, activity, and psychosocial care.