Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Evaluating outcomes of bariatric surgery for obesity

Official title: An Evaluation of the Outcomes of Bariatric Surgery - a Cohort Study Internal Hernia After Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: an Evaluation of the Impact on the Postoperative Course and a Quality of Life Case-control Study

Run by IHU Strasbourg · NCT02811900 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how bariatric surgery affects the quality of life for people with obesity, comparing those who have complications like internal hernias to those who recover without issues.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorIHU Strasbourg
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Strasbourg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1996
Main results expectedDecember 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedNovember 9, 2017
Trial IDNCT02811900 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults over 18 years old with a BMI greater than 35 kg/m² seeking bariatric surgery.

Probably not a fit

Patients unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study involves a prospective database established at the University Hospital of Strasbourg, focusing on candidates for obesity surgery. It aims to assess the quality of life of patients who underwent Roux en Y gastric bypass, comparing those with internal hernias to those with uncomplicated recovery. Patients are evaluated by a multidisciplinary team and undergo various preoperative assessments, with data collected on surgical outcomes and follow-up. The study utilizes anonymized personal data for research purposes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of the quality of life outcomes following different bariatric surgical procedures.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in evaluating quality of life outcomes post-bariatric surgery, indicating this approach is supported by existing research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* patient \>18 years old
* BMI \> 35 kg/m²

Exclusion Criteria:

* Incapacity of giving an informed consent

Where it's running

  • Service de Chirurgie Digestive et Endocrinienne
    Strasbourg, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.