Impact of bariatric surgery on heart function in patients with high blood pressure

Effect of Bariatric Surgery on Cardiac Function in Patients With Hypertension

Observational Beijing Friendship Hospital · NCT05166954

This study is testing how weight loss surgery affects heart function in people with high blood pressure to see if it helps their heart health.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages17 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorBeijing Friendship Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
Trial IDNCT05166954 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates how bariatric surgery affects cardiac function in patients with hypertension, using echocardiography to assess changes. It focuses on patients aged 18-70 with a BMI over 24 who have been treated for hypertension with multiple medications. The study aims to clarify the effects of different types of bariatric surgery, specifically laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, on heart structure and function. By understanding these effects, the research seeks to provide insights into the cardiovascular benefits of weight loss surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-70 with a BMI over 24 who have a history of hypertension and are undergoing bariatric surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with secondary hypertension unrelated to sleep apnea or those with recent cardiovascular events may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved cardiac health and management of hypertension in obese patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results regarding the cardiovascular benefits of bariatric surgery, but this specific investigation into cardiac function in hypertensive patients is less explored.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 18-70 years old
* BMI\>24kg/m2
* Bariatric surgery patients of Beijing Friendship Hospital
* History of hypertension and treated with ≥2 antihypertensive drugs for more than 4 weeks
* No major barriers to provide written consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Secondary hypertension, except because of sleep apnea
* cardiovascular disease (myocardial infarction, heart failure, stroke or coronary revascularization) within 6 months
* Severe concomitant diseases (autoimmune disease, malignancy, late stage of liver diseases, respiratory diseases and digestive diseases)
* Unable to understand or comply with the study procedures

Where this trial is running

Beijing, Beijing Municipality

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 Bariatric SurgeryHypertensionCardiac FunctionEchocardiography
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.