Weight changes in male prisoners in Martinique
Official title: Weight Changes Among Martinican Prisoners
Run by University Hospital Center of Martinique · NCT05982132 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how the weight of male prisoners in Martinique changes from when they arrive to three months later and what factors like exercise, diet, and mental health might affect those changes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 44 Years |
| Sex | Men only |
| Enrollment | 227 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University Hospital Center of Martinique Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ducos) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 11, 2023 |
| Main results expected | August 2025 |
| Study ends | August 2025 |
| Registry record updated | February 24, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT05982132 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are male prisoners aged 18 to 44 who are newly admitted to the Martinican jail and can provide consent.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are female, over 44 years old, or do not speak French or English 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 assesses body weight changes among male prisoners in Martinique by comparing their weight at admission to their weight three months later. It also examines factors such as physical activity levels, nutritional intake, and psychological state to understand their impact on weight variation. The study aims to fill gaps in existing research regarding weight changes in incarcerated men, particularly in a region with higher rates of obesity and diabetes. Participants will complete self-questionnaires and undergo anthropometric measurements during their medical consultation upon admission.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the health implications of incarceration on body weight and inform interventions to improve the well-being of prisoners.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited data on weight changes among male prisoners, previous studies have shown varying results in different populations, indicating that this research could provide novel insights.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * all men newly incarcerated in martinican jail during inclusion period * age between 18 and 44 years old * having given his consent Exclusion Criteria: * female * 44 years old and up * not understanding or speaking French or English
Where it's running
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CHU Martinique
Ducos, Martinique Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anaïs BOURGUIGNON D'HERBIGNY, MD — Martinique University Hospital Center
- Study coordinator: Veronique PELONDE-ERIMEE, RCA
- Email: veronique.pelonde-erimee@chu-martinique.fr
- Phone: 0596592697
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.