Understanding alcohol use after weight loss surgery
Identifying Factors Influencing Alcohol Use after Bariatric Surgery: An Ecological Momentary Assessment
This study is looking into why some people start drinking alcohol again after having weight loss surgery, focusing on how their feelings and eating habits might play a role, and it aims to help create better support for those patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry Ford Health System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Detroit, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10836974 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how and why some patients begin to drink alcohol again after undergoing bariatric surgery, which is a common weight loss procedure. It focuses on identifying factors such as mood and eating behaviors that may influence alcohol consumption in these patients. The study will involve interviews with individuals who have had the surgery to gather qualitative data, which will then inform a larger quantitative phase to assess these factors more broadly. By understanding these influences, the research aims to develop better support strategies for patients post-surgery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery and are between 6 months to 3 years post-operation.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had bariatric surgery or those who are not experiencing issues with alcohol use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help prevent alcohol use disorders in patients after bariatric surgery, leading to better overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into alcohol use disorders, this specific approach focusing on post-bariatric surgery patients is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Detroit, United States
- Henry Ford Health System — Detroit, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Matero, Lisa — Henry Ford Health System
- Study coordinator: Matero, Lisa
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.