Pancreatic Enzymes to Restore Digestive Function in Malnourished Gastric Bypass Patients
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2015-08-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
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.