Evaluating eating behavior and weight changes after bariatric surgery
Mental Health, Dysfunctional Eating Pattern and Weight Trajectory in Subjects Undergoing Bariatric Surgery
This study looks at how eating habits and mental health affect weight changes in people who have bariatric surgery and compares them to those who can't have the surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | GOSEEN Obesity group of the Spanish Endocrinology Society Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Barcelona) |
| Trial ID | NCT04526743 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to understand the relationship between eating patterns, psychological factors, and weight changes in individuals who undergo bariatric surgery. It will follow candidates for laparoscopic gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy over five years, assessing their weight trajectory at multiple time points. Additionally, a control group of individuals with obesity who are not candidates for surgery will be evaluated once to provide comparative insights. The study focuses on identifying maladaptive eating behaviors that may contribute to weight regain after surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with obesity (BMI > 40 kg/m2) who are undergoing primary bariatric surgery or those who are not candidates for surgery but match the intervention group in age, sex, and BMI.
Not a fit: Patients who have previously undergone revisional bariatric surgery or have conditions like type 1 diabetes or intellectual impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved strategies for long-term weight management in bariatric surgery patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in understanding weight management post-bariatric surgery, but this specific approach focusing on eating behaviors and psychological factors is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Candidate to primary BS from 09/2020 to 09/2021. * Subjects with obesity (\>40 kg/m2) not candidates to BS. * Internet users. * Primary BS: LGBP and LSG. * Accept to participate in the study and provide signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Second time and/or revisional BS. * Pregnancy. * Presence of intellectual impairment impeding the administration of the psychometric tools. * Type 1 diabetes. * Dyslexia.
Where this trial is running
Barcelona
- Hospital Clinic — Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lilliam Flores, PhD — Obesity Unit, Endocrinology and Nutrition Department
- Study coordinator: Lilliam Flores, PhD
- Email: lflores@clinic.cat
- Phone: 0034658023562
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.