Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Post-operative modification of the sense of smell has been suggested as contributing to the reduction in energy intake and weight loss achieved following bariatric surgery. The aim of our study was to determine the prevalence of smell changes and their impact on weight loss five years after sleeve gastrectomy.Methods: This was a descriptive longitudinal study conducted at the obesity research unit of the National Institute of Nutrition in T...

Introduction: Obesity is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally, with significant physical and psychological repercussions. The aim of our study was to assess anxiety-depressive symptoms and health-related quality of life at the mid-term following bariatric surgery and to determinate their effect on mid-term weight loss.Methods: We conducted a descriptive longitudinal study at the obesity research unit of the National Institute of Nutrition ...

The progression of obesity around the world is largely responsible for the high blood pressure (HBP) most commonly associated with this condition. This morbid association leads to an increase in morbid cardiovascular mortality. The aim of our work was to study the prevalence of hypertension in a group of Tunisian obese people. This is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at the Obesity Unit of the Tunis Institute of Nutrition about 100 obese patients who visited betwe...