Association Between Patient Portal Engagement and Weight Loss Outcomes in Patients After Bariatric Surgery: Longitudinal Observational Study Using Electronic Health Records.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Bariatric surgery is an effective intervention for obesity, but comprehensive postoperative self-management is essential for optimal outcomes. While patient portals are generally seen as beneficial in engaging patients in health management, the link between their use and post-bariatric surgery weight loss remains unclear.

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the association between patient portal engagement and postoperative BMI reduction among patients after bariatric surgery.

Methods

This retrospective longitudinal study included patients who underwent Roux-en-Y gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy at Vanderbilt University Medical Center between January 2018 and March 2021. Patient portal engagement was measured during 4 stages: early (within 3 month

SUBMITTER: Zhang X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11667139 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature