Comparing two surgical methods for treating severe obesity

Prospective Multicentric Randomized Trial Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of Sleeve Gastrectomy With Transit Bipartition (SG+TB) Versus Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB)

Not applicable Interventional University Hospital, Lille · NCT04915014

This study is testing whether a new type of weight loss surgery called sleeve gastrectomy with transit bipartition works better than the traditional Roux-en-Y gastric bypass for people with severe obesity.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment320 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Lille Academic / other
Locations8 sites (Lille and 7 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04915014 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of sleeve gastrectomy with transit bipartition (SG+TB) versus Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) in patients with severe obesity. The study aims to determine which surgical approach leads to better weight loss outcomes and fewer complications, particularly in super-obese patients. Participants will undergo a thorough evaluation to assess their eligibility for either surgical procedure, focusing on those with a BMI of 40 kg/m2 or higher, or 35 kg/m2 with associated comorbidities. The trial will also monitor long-term follow-up to assess weight loss and the incidence of malnutrition.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals with a BMI of 40 kg/m2 or higher, or 35 kg/m2 with obesity-related health issues, who have not had prior bariatric surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with a current BMI over 60 kg/m2 or those with a history of previous bariatric surgery, other than sleeve gastrectomy, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a safer and more effective surgical option for patients with severe obesity, leading to improved weight loss and reduced complications.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar surgical approaches, but this specific comparison of SG+TB and RYGB is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient who has benefited from a pluridisciplinary evaluation, with a favorable opinion for SG+TB or RYGB as a first intention procedure with BMI ≥40 kg/m2 or BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2 associated with one co-morbidity which will be improved by surgery (according to HAS 2009 recommendation3) OR as a second intention procedure (revisional surgery) after failure of Sleeve gastrectomy (defined as insufficient weight loss at 18 months after surgery (EWL% \<50), or as weight regain (+ 20%)).
* Patient who had benefited from an Upper GI Endoscopy with biopsies to look for Helicobacter Pylori (HP) and a HP eradication.
* Patient who understands and accepts the need for a long-term follow-up
* Patient who agrees to be included in the study and who signs the informed consent form
* Patient affiliated to a healthcare insurance plan

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of previous bariatric surgery, other than a Sleeve Gastrectomy
* Patient with current BMI \> 60 kg/m2
* Presence of a severe and evolutive life threatening pathology, unrelated to obesity
* History of Chronic inflammatory bowel disease
* Type 1 Diabetes
* Pregnancy or desire to be pregnant during the study
* Nursing woman
* Presence of Pylori Helicobacter resistant to medical treatment
* Presence of a non-healed gastro-duodenal ulcer or diagnosed less than 2 months previously
* Severe esophagitis (grade C of Los Angeles classification)
* Hiatal hernia
* Patients with unstable psychiatric disorder, under supervision or guardianship
* Patient who does not understand French/ is unable to give consent
* Patient not affiliated to a French or European healthcare insurance
* Patient who has already been included in a trial which has a conflict of interests with the present study
* Patient incarcerated

Where this trial is running

Lille and 7 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Severe ObesitySevere obesityType 2 diabetesMetabolic syndromeSurgeryMalnutrition
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.