Evaluation of care pathways for obese patients
Evaluation of the Care Pathway Offered by the "Chonic Disease Unit" to Obese Patients
This study is testing a new support program for people with obesity to see if it helps them feel better and manage their weight more effectively.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 133 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Toulon La Seyne sur Mer Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (La Garde, Var) |
| Trial ID | NCT06538220 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the care pathway provided by the Chronic Disease Unit to patients suffering from obesity. It involves an initial consultation where patients complete various questionnaires assessing their quality of life, self-efficacy, and psychological well-being. Follow-up visits at 3 and 6 months will include additional assessments and a satisfaction questionnaire. The study aims to enhance patient education and support in managing obesity effectively.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and over with a BMI of 30 or higher who can communicate in French.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, undergoing bariatric surgery, or have unstable psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management and outcomes of obesity for patients through enhanced education and support.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in similar approaches focusing on patient education and interdisciplinary care for obesity management.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patient identified by the network or referred by a healthcare professional, 2. Patient aged 18 or over, 3. Patient suffering from obesity defined by a BMI ≥ 30, 4. Patient who understands and speaks French. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Opposition of the patient to participation in the study, 2. Pregnant, parturient or breast-feeding woman, 3. Patient undergoing bariatric surgery, 4. Patient under judicial protection (guardianship, curatorship, etc.) or safeguard of justice, 5. Patients with unstable psychiatric disorders, 6. Patients on neuroleptics, 7. Any other reason which in the opinion of the investigator, could interfere with the evaluation of the study objectives.
Where this trial is running
La Garde, Var
- Mmc — La Garde, Var, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sophie LAFOND
- Email: sophie.lafond@ch-toulon.fr
- Phone: 04 83 77 20 62
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.