Searchable abstracts of presentations at key conferences in obesity

ob0001oc1.4 | (1) (1) | UKCO2019

A systematic review of the evidence for interventions to increase levels of physical activity in patients following weight loss surgery

James Jennifer , Sprung Victoria , Hardeman Wendy , Goodall Mark , Eborall Helen , Wilding John

Background: Weight loss surgery [WLS] is effective at inducing significant weight loss and improving associated complications such as type 2 diabetes. However, weight regain and re-occurrence of these conditions can occur. Consequently there is increasing focus on how to optimise patient outcomes with emerging evidence that those who increase their levels of physical activity [PA] have better clinical and patient-centred outcomes. The aim of this review was to synthesise the e...