Perceived quality of life after endoscopic vertical gastroplasty

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 is a multicentre exploratory descriptive study led by Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS that uses a single semi-structured interview to capture patients' quality-of-life perceptions after endoscopic vertical gastroplasty (GVE). Eligible Italian adults must be at least six months post-GVE, able to give informed consent, and familiar with using a computer or tablet. Interviews are conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams, audio recorded, fully transcribed, and analyzed using NVivo v1.6.2 to identify themes and patterns in patient experiences.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age: Patients older than 18 years.
* Treatment: Patients who have undergone GVE surgery and have been in post- surgery for at least six months.
* Access and technological competence: Patients who have a computer or tablet at home and are familiar with their use.
* Informed consent: Patients who are able to understand and give informed consent informed consent to participate in the study.
* Language comprehension: Patients who have a good understanding of the language Italian language, both written and spoken, to ensure correct completion and understanding of the informed consent and the study instructions.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have been enrolled in experimental studies involving additional procedures during GVE will be excluded

Where it's running

• Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli
  Roma, Rm, Italy Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Chiara Massari — Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
• Study coordinator: Chiara Massari
• Email: chiara.massari@policlinicogemelli.it
• Phone: +393926669423

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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.