Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 65

Exploring medical comorbidities in bipolar disorder

Official title: Medical Comorbidities in Bipolar Disorder : Clinical Validation of Risk Factors and Biomarkers to Improve Prevention and Treatment;

Run by Fondation FondaMental · NCT06872398 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see how common other health problems are in people with bipolar disorder and how these issues affect their overall health.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment80 (estimated)
SponsorFondation FondaMental
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Créteil)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 11, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedOctober 7, 2026
Trial IDNCT06872398 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 65 with a primary diagnosis of bipolar disorder who have engaged with mental health services in the past year.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe psychiatric comorbidities, cognitive impairments, or those projected to move within the next year may 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 aims to investigate the prevalence and impact of medical comorbidities in individuals with bipolar disorder (BD). It utilizes data from Nordic biobanks and medical registers to identify risk factors and the natural history of these comorbidities. Additionally, a clinical study will involve 400 participants across five European centers to assess their overall clinical profiles and quantify the effects of comorbid conditions. The study employs machine learning models to predict outcomes related to metabolic syndrome and other comorbidities.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment outcomes for patients with bipolar disorder by personalizing care based on identified comorbidities.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in exploring comorbidities in psychiatric disorders, but this specific approach utilizing machine learning and extensive registry data is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Primary diagnosis of BP I, BP II, or BP NOS
* Have had at least one contact with mental health services in the past year
* Be aged between 18 and 65 years old
* Have signed an informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Projected move within the next year.
* Severe psychiatric comorbidities (schizophrenia spectrum disorders).
* Severe cognitive impairment.
* Severe substance or alcohol abuse: quantified by specific scores on the AUDIT and DAST.

Where it's running

  • France
    Créteil, 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.