Follow-up of Bariatric Surgery by Teleconsultations

Launched by UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, TOULOUSE · Jul 29, 2020

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how to improve follow-up care for patients who have had bariatric surgery, which helps with obesity. Many patients don’t continue with their follow-up appointments after surgery, which can be important for their health. The study will compare traditional in-person follow-up visits to virtual follow-ups using video calls and online check-ins. The goal is to see if the virtual method can provide the same quality of care while being more convenient and less expensive, especially for those living far from the hospital.

To be eligible for this trial, participants must be adults who had bariatric surgery at least three months ago and live more than 50 kilometers away from Toulouse. They should also be able to use the internet for virtual appointments. Participants will receive regular check-ins through video calls, allowing them to discuss their progress and any concerns with healthcare providers from the comfort of their homes. It’s important to note that individuals with certain complications or those who are unable to give consent cannot participate.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • adults having had bariatric surgery 3 months before
• • able to use an internet tool of chatbot and skype-like secured connection
• • adult under 60 years old
• • free inform and sign consent
• • living more than 50km from Toulouse
• • persons with social security
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • complications at the 3rd month post-surgery requiring specific care
• • insufficient internet connection
• • minor
• • pregnant women
• • protected adults
• • people in emergency
• • people unable to give consent