How Does Bariatric Surgery Affect Social Experiences and Well-being - The BaSES-study
Launched by THE HOSPITAL OF VESTFOLD · Jan 12, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of August 19, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
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ClinConnect Summary
Explanation for choice of comparators
Obesity is one of the world's most serious public health problems. Conservative weight reduction methods alone (diet, exercise) often show disappointing results, as the majority of people who lose weight regain it after a shorter or longer period of time. The currently most effective measure to achieve a durable weight-loss is bariatric surgery.
When investigating the effectiveness of bariatric surgery, the focus has most often been on weight loss and obesity-related complications, while effects on social interaction and subjective experience have rec...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • scheduled for bariatric surgery and eligible for sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass
- • able to give consent
- • understand written and spoken Norwegian
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • pregnancy and breast-feeding
- • chronic disease (endocrine, heart, neurological, lung, gastrointestinal, kidney)
- • cancer
- • acute psychotic episode
About The Hospital Of Vestfold
The Hospital of Vestfold is a leading healthcare institution dedicated to advancing medical research and improving patient care through innovative clinical trials. With a commitment to excellence, the hospital collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to conduct rigorous studies across various therapeutic areas. Its state-of-the-art facilities and experienced research staff ensure high-quality data collection and analysis, fostering an environment conducive to groundbreaking discoveries. The Hospital of Vestfold prioritizes patient safety and ethical standards, striving to enhance treatment options and contribute to the global medical community.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Tønsberg, Vestfold, Norway
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Jøran Hjelmesæth, Professor
Principal Investigator
The Hospital of Vestfold
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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