Vagotomy for treatment of severe obesity

Lancet. 1978 Feb 11;1(8059):307-8. doi: 10.1016/s0140-6736(78)90074-0.

Abstract

Three women weighing 137, 133, and 135 kg underwent truncal vagotomy; after 16, 20, and 24 weeks they had lost 10, 17, and 19 kg respectively without serious side-effects. No dietary restrictions have been imposed, but they are eating less than they were preoperatively and report a total lack of hunger. Truncal vagotomy may be a useful treatment for severe obesity.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Appetite Regulation
  • Body Weight
  • Energy Intake
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Food Preferences
  • Humans
  • Obesity / therapy*
  • Vagotomy*