Pancreatic Enzymes to Restore Digestive Function in Malnourished Gastric Bypass Patients

Summary

Hypothesis: Bypass of the upper GI tract with bariatric surgery results in suppression of pancreatic function resulting in maldigestion and further malabsorption. In this study we will measure pancreatic secretion in previously obese gastric bypass patients with excessive weight loss. If malabsorption is associated with diminished pancreatic secretion, we will test over a 3 month period whether supplementation with enzyme supplements prevent further weight loss.

Timeline

Start

2007-08

Primary completion

2015-07

Completion

2015-08

Drugs

Indications