A study has examined the relationship between bariatric surgery and alcohol use disorders, using linked health claims and survey data. The research suggests that bariatric surgery may be associated with an increased risk of alcohol misuse, with some findings indicating that alcohol absorption nearly doubles after the procedure. However, the outcomes and implications of the study are not entirely clear, with some reports highlighting potential psychological tolls and others noting that certain therapies may lower the risk of alcohol disorder after bariatric surgery.