Perceived and Preferred Social Support in Patients Experiencing Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery-a Qualitative Study.

Obesity Surgery
Liisa TolvanenYlva Trolle Lagerros

Abstract

While bariatric surgery generally shows successful weight loss outcomes in patients with obesity, weight regain exists. The aim of this qualitative study was to improve understanding of how patients with substantial weight regain after bariatric surgery experienced the support from family, friends, and healthcare providers, and what kind of support they had preferred. Qualitative data were collected from semi-structured interviews with 16 participants. Mean weight regain from surgery to interview was 36%. The transcribed interviews were analyzed with thematic analysis. Two main themes and seven sub-themes were formulated. The theme, A lonely struggle, illustrates patients' feelings of abandonment and struggle during weight regain due to lack of support or unfavorable treatment. Participants commonly blamed themselves for re-gaining weight, and shame made them reluctant to engage in social activities or seek medical care. The theme, Others as sources of compassion and control, covers what support they desired, as well as had perceived to be helpful. Exercising or eating healthy with others was appreciated and felt supportive. Pro-active healthcare support and access to dietitians, physiotherapists, and psychological support were...Continue Reading

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