Psychological and Psychopathological Characteristics of Patients With Obesity Candidates for Bariatric Surgery
Launched by FONDAZIONE POLICLINICO UNIVERSITARIO AGOSTINO GEMELLI IRCCS · Aug 13, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of August 20, 2025
Not yet recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is looking at the psychological and emotional health of people with obesity who are considering bariatric surgery, which is a type of weight-loss surgery. Researchers want to better understand how conditions like anxiety and depression, along with personality traits and past traumatic experiences, can affect both the success of the surgery and the overall well-being of patients. The trial aims to gather information about the mental health and personality characteristics of these patients before and after surgery, over a period of up to a year.
To participate in this study, individuals must be at least 18 years old and have a diagnosis of severe obesity, which is defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or higher. They also need to be evaluated by a team of healthcare professionals who recommend surgery. Participants will be asked to provide written consent to join the study. This trial is important because it seeks to identify potential mental health issues early on, which could lead to better treatment and support for patients before and after they undergo surgery.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • All sex;
- • Age ≥18 years
- • Diagnosis of grade II or grade III (or pathological) obesity based on body mass index values, respectively, of 35-40 and \>40 kg/m²
- • Multidisciplinary evaluation aimed at indicating bariatric surgery interventions as per clinical practice
- • Provision of written informed consent to participate in the study
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Age \<18 years
- • Diagnosis of neurological disorders associated with cognitive decline (such as to impair the execution of psychometric assessment)
- • Confirmed pregnancy, breastfeeding, or potential pregnancy with positive serological β- HCG
- • Refusal to sign the informed consent to participate in the study
About Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli Irccs
Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS is a leading research and healthcare institution based in Rome, Italy, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical science and improving patient care. As a prominent academic medical center affiliated with the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, it integrates clinical practice, education, and research, fostering innovation in various fields of medicine. The foundation conducts a wide range of clinical trials aimed at developing new therapies and enhancing treatment protocols, with a focus on translational research that bridges the gap between laboratory discoveries and patient care. Its multidisciplinary approach and dedication to high ethical standards position it as a key player in the landscape of clinical research and healthcare improvement in Italy and beyond.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Roma, , Italy
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Marco Raffaelli
Principal Investigator
Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, IRCCS
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported