Investigation of complications after bariatric surgery in the UK

Is this trial a fit for you?

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 assess the incidence, management, and outcomes of complications following bariatric surgery in the United Kingdom. Patients presenting with complications will be identified from hospitals, and their data will be collected regarding demographics, surgical history, and treatment outcomes. The study will analyze different management strategies to determine their effectiveness and impact on patient outcomes, ultimately aiming to identify best practices for emergency bariatric care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Admissions from i) the emergency department, clinic, urgent care or primary care to the bariatric surgical team as an emergency; ii) from an inpatient team as an urgent referral; iii) a return to theatre following an elective bariatric procedure; iv) another hospital via patient transfer to a specialised unit.
* Participants undergoing any intervention or procedure to treat or diagnose bariatric complications, (e.g., OGDs, interventional radiology, surgery, supplemental enteral or parenteral nutrition).

Exclusion Criteria:

* age \<18 years old
* have a length of stay \<24 hrs.
* initial diagnosis of BSE is changed or if their readmission is found to be unrelated to previous bariatric surgery.

Where it's running

• Luton and Dunstable Hospital
  Luton, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Mohamed Aly, FRCS — The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Study coordinator: Mohamed Aly, FRCS
• Email: m.aly@nhs.net
• Phone: 01895 279994

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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.