Long-term effects of bariatric surgery in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), obesity and irregular or absent menstrual periods

You might be invited to join a research study that looks at the long-term effects of weight-loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, for women with a condition called Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and obesity. PCOS can cause problems like irregular or missed periods and can make it harder to get pregnant. Being overweight can make these symptoms even worse. An earlier study, called BAMBINI, found that weight-loss surgery could help women with PCOS and obesity have more regular periods, which is important for fertility.

This new study is a follow-up to the BAMBINI trial. It wants to understand what happens to women in the years after their surgery. Researchers will collect information to see how the surgery has affected their ability to have children, their overall health (like how their body uses energy), and their general well-being and quality of life over a long period. This is important because it helps us learn more about the lasting benefits of such surgery.

By taking part, you would be helping doctors and researchers understand more about how weight-loss surgery impacts women with PCOS for many years. This knowledge can then be used to help future patients make informed decisions about their treatment, potentially improving health outcomes for many women.