Alcohol Use Disorder Before and After Bariatric Surgery and the Impact of Considering This Surgery During Addiction Follow-up
This study is investigating the medical records of patients who have received treatment for alcohol use disorder and have also undergone weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. Bariatric surgery is a treatment for severe obesity and involves a team of doctors and specialists. While several studies have explored alcohol use disorder after this type of surgery, this research aims to understand how the surgery was factored into the long-term support and care for their alcohol problems. By looking back at these patient records, the researchers hope to find ways to improve the care and support offered to people with both weight-loss surgery and alcohol use disorder in the future. This could help ensure better, more joined-up treatment.
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¿De qué trata este estudio?
This study focuses on understanding the journey of people who have had weight-loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, and have also been supported for alcohol use disorder. Bariatric surgery is a major operation for individuals with severe obesity and related health issues. It's not just a standalone surgery; it's part of a bigger treatment plan involving a team of healthcare professionals who look after patients both before and after the operation. This kind of surgery is carefully regulated and includes ongoing check-ups for patients.
While we know that alcohol problems can sometimes be linked with bariatric surgery, and both can be connected to mental health conditions, this study wants to look closely at existing patient records. The researchers will examine how a person's weight-loss surgery was taken into account by the care team during their treatment for alcohol use disorder. They are essentially reviewing past experiences to learn from them.
The main goal is to see if and how the surgery was considered during their addiction follow-up. This review of past medical information will help the research team identify any gaps or areas where care could be improved. Ultimately, the hope is that this will lead to better, more integrated support for patients facing both weight-loss surgery and alcohol use disorder in the future.
Puntos clave
- This study reviews existing medical records, not new patient involvement.
- It focuses on understanding the link between weight-loss surgery and alcohol use disorder support.
- The goal is to improve future care for patients who have both conditions.
- No new appointments or treatments are involved for participants.
- Patient privacy and confidentiality are important.
- You can choose not to have your anonymized data included.
¿Quién puede ser elegible?
To be included in this study, you must be an adult (18 years or older) and have had weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. You also need a history of an eating disorder or alcohol use disorder either before or after your surgery. You must have received addiction support for alcohol use disorder at certain hospitals (HUS or Saverne) between January 1, 2003, and March 31, 2024.
This study uses existing medical records, so you won't need to do anything new. However, if you would prefer your de-identified medical information not to be used for this research, you can tell the study team. They will respect your decision.
People who cannot join include those who actively object to their data being used, those who haven't had an alcohol use disorder or bariatric surgery, or anyone under legal protection like guardianship.
¿Podría este estudio ser adecuado para ti?
Responde estas preguntas rápidas para ver si puedes ser elegible. Esto es solo una guía: el equipo de investigación toma la decisión final.
- ¿Tienes 18 años o más?
- Have you had weight-loss (bariatric) surgery?
- Have you had support for alcohol use disorder at HUS or Saverne hospitals between 2003 and 2024?
- Have you had an eating disorder or alcohol use disorder at any point?
- Are you happy for researchers to use your anonymized past medical records?
¿En qué consiste la participación?
If you are eligible, taking part in this study simply means that researchers will look at your existing medical records from your time at specific addiction treatment centers (CSAPA of the HUS or Saverne hospitals). You won't have to attend any extra appointments, take any new medications, or have any additional tests. Your participation is completely passive, as the researchers are only reviewing information that has already been collected as part of your standard care. There is no set "duration" for your involvement, as it's a review of past data rather than an active study where you participate in real-time. Your name and personal details will be kept private.
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- (Centre de Soins, d'accompagnement et de prévention en Addictologie - CHU de Strasbourg - FranceCódigo postal verificadoStrasbourg, France· Reclutamiento
Preguntas comunes
¿Qué es la cirugía bariátrica?
Bariatric surgery is a type of weight-loss surgery for people with severe obesity and related health problems.
Will I have to do anything for this study?
No, you won't have to do anything new. Researchers will only look at your past medical records.
¿Se mantendrá privada mi información?
Yes, your personal details will be kept confidential and your data will be anonymized for the study.
¿Cuál es el propósito de este estudio?
It aims to understand how weight-loss surgery was considered during alcohol addiction treatment to improve care for future patients.
Can I say no to my information being used?
Yes, you can object to your data being used for this research, and it will not affect your care.
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Louis Marie D'USSEL, MD
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