What is the NBSR?
The NBSR (National Bariatric Surgery Registry) is a national database that collects information about people who have weight‑loss surgery in the UK. It started in 2008 and now holds information on over 70,000 patients.
The aim is to help doctors understand:
- How safe the surgery is
- How well it works
- How it affects people’s health over time
Why is it important?
The NBSR helps doctors and hospitals:
- Check how well different operations work
- Monitor and improve safety
- Improve care for future patients
- Compare new techniques and treatments
Having clear information also helps you make better decisions about your care, along with advice from your doctors.
What information does the NBSR record?
Patients undergoing Bariatric Surgery in the UK, will be asked for their permission for their clinical information to be added to the database.
This information will include:
- Personal details including your name, date of birth, sex, NHS number, email address and phone number
- Weight and any health problems linked to obesity
- The type of surgery you had
- Your results (weight loss, changes in diabetes, blood pressure, mobility)
- Any complications
- Long‑term follow‑up information
All information including personal and health information is held securely with access only to authorised staff. Information, if shared with outside organisations for research, will be anonymised (personal and other details taken out).
Can I access the NBSR as a patient? What information is available to me?
Yes, anyone can access the activity and outcomes of individual surgeons and hospitals through the link above (search for a surgeon)
Can I withdraw consent?
You are able to withdraw consent for your data to be stored at any time.
Withdrawing consent will not affect the care you will receive in hospital or any future care, and neither will it affect your legal rights.
To withdraw your consent for having your details on the National Bariatric Surgery Registry contact:
Email: info@bomss.org
Tel: 01543 442 195
Alternatively, please use the web form here: https://nbsr.e-dendrite.com/#contact
Please include your full name and date of birth.
