| Qualitative sample | Other patients | |
|---|---|---|
| n | 15 | 76 |
| Initial weight, kg (SD) | 131.6 (28.4) | 131 (24.8) |
| % withdrawing during LELD (n) | 33 (5) | 37 (28) |
| Mean weight loss after LELD, kg (SD) | 18.9 (5.1) | 16.4 (6.1) |
| % losing >15 kg after LELD (n) | 60 (9) | 38 (29) |
| % providing 12-month weight (n) | 87 (13) | 72 (55) |
| Mean weight loss at 12 months, kg (SD) | 13.2 (8.3) | 12.2 (12.1) |
| % with >15 kg weight loss at 12 months (n) | 47 (7) | 30 (23) |
SD = standard deviation.