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SIPS Surgery for Obesity (SIPS Trial)
SIPS Trial Summary
This trial will study if a stomach-sparing surgery is a safe and effective way to treat obesity, both as a primary surgery and as a revision surgery for patients who didn't lose enough weight with a sleeve gastrectomy.
SIPS Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSIPS Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.SIPS Trial Design
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- I meet the NIH criteria for weight loss surgery.I have or had Barrett's esophagus.I have had surgery for acid reflux.I have had surgery to remove part of my small intestine.I have a large hiatal hernia over 5 cm.I have had a gastrectomy, but it was not a sleeve gastrectomy for weight loss.I am willing and able to consent to surgery myself.I cannot have weight loss surgery due to health reasons.I had a sleeve gastrectomy over two years ago but didn't lose enough weight or regained some.I have not been diagnosed with any type of cancer in the last 5 years.I am between 18 and 89 years old.
- Group 1: Stomach Intestinal Pylorus Sparing (SIPS)
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many participants are currently being included in this investigation?
"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov reflects that this clinical investigation, initially posted on May 17th 2018, is currently recruiting test subjects. 25 participants are necessary to be enrolled at one specific trial site."
Is there an opportunity to participate in this research endeavor?
"This research is recruiting 25 obese adults aged between 18 and 89 who have either had a sleeve gastrectomy but only achieved 50% of their expected weight loss, regained 20% of the weight since it was performed or has a Body Mass Index (BMI) higher than 40. Moreover, all participants must be amenable to consenting for surgery voluntarily."
Can you confirm if recruitment is still underway for this research endeavor?
"Indeed, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this study is currently in search of participants. Initially posted on May 17th 2018 and most recently updated October 15 2021, it requires 25 people from a single medical centre to take part."
Does this research accept participants of a mature age?
"This study is open to adolescents aged 18 and above, up until those in their late eighties. Additionally, 202 clinical trials are available for minors while 596 can be accessed by elderly patients."
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