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Telephone-based cognitive behavioural therapy for patients with postoperative bariatric surgery to manage COVID-19 pandemic-related mental health issues and distress (TELE-BARICARE): a protocol for a randomised controlled trial.

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Abstract
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Bariatric surgery is currently the most effective treatment for obesity, and is performed yearly in over 8000 patients in Canada. Over 50% of those who live with obesity also have a history of mental health disorder. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it difficult for people living with obesity to manage their weight even after undergoing bariatric surgery, which combined with pandemic-related increases in mental health distress, has the potential to adversely impact obesity outcomes such as weight loss and quality of life. Reviews of virtual mental health interventions during COVID-19 have not identified any interventions that specifically address psychological distress or disordered eating in patients with obesity, including those who have had bariatric surgery.

Year of Publication
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2022
Journal
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BMJ open
Volume
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12
Issue
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9
Number of Pages
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e067393
Date Published
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2022
URL
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https://bmjopen.bmj.com/lookup/pmidlookup?view=long&pmid=36109026
DOI
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10.1136/bmjopen-2022-067393
Short Title
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BMJ Open
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