Bariatric surgery in a morbidly obese achondroplasic patient--use of the 6-minute walk test to assess mobility and quality of life

Obes Surg. 2007 Feb;17(2):255-7. doi: 10.1007/s11695-007-9027-0.

Abstract

A young woman with achondroplasia and morbid obesity (two disabling conditions) is presented. She underwent open Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGBP). We emphasize preoperative preparation by a multidisciplinary team and the use of the 6-minute walk test to follow and assess mobility and quality of life.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Achondroplasia / complications*
  • Achondroplasia / physiopathology*
  • Achondroplasia / surgery
  • Adult
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Exercise Test*
  • Exercise Tolerance / physiology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Obesity, Morbid / complications*
  • Obesity, Morbid / physiopathology*
  • Obesity, Morbid / surgery
  • Quality of Life*
  • Walking / physiology*