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Co-morbidities before VBG, and before and after RYGBP (group 1; N=74)
| Comorbidity | Before VBG | Before RYGBP | After RYGBP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 5 (6.8%) | 1 (1.4%) | 0 (0%) |
| Hypertension | 22 (29.7%) | 12 (16.2%) | 2 (2.7%) |
| Hypercholesterolemia | 5 (6.8%) | 2 (2.7%) | 1 (1.4%) |
| Sleep apnea syndrome | 7 (9.5%) | 2 (2.7%) | 0 (0%) |
| Joint problems | 41 (55.4%) | 30 (40.5%) | 13 (17.6%) |
| Asthmatic complaints | 12 (16.2%) | 7 (9.5%) | 1 (1.4%) |
| GERD | 13 (17.6%) | 15 (20.3%) | 8 (10.8%) |
| Depression | 22 (29.7%) | 20 (27.0%) | 11 (14.9%) |
