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NCT Number: NCT04633941

Impact of Social Distancing on Bariatric Versus Non-Surgical Obese Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, weight management programs and metabolic surgery have been deferred to contain the virus. Quarantine and social distancing negatively impact dietary, exercise and psychological health of obese individuals. The study aims to evaluate the impact of social distancing measures on post-metabolic surgery patients compare to non-surgical obese patients and discuss potential strategies for management post COVID-19.

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Key information

Conditions

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Bariatric Surgery Candidate Body Weight Diabetes Mellitus Endocrine System Diseases Glucose Metabolism Disorders Metabolic Diseases Nutrition Disorders Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases Obesity Obesity, Morbid Overnutrition Overweight Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Singapore General Hospital

Singapore

About this study

In Singapore, a nationwide partial lockdown, termed the "circuit breaker" was imposed from 7th April until 1st June 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic (Appendix A). Our study aims to evaluate the impact of social distancing and lockdowns during this circuit breaker period on our patients with obesity, either post-metabolic surgery (MS) or undergoing active medical management (MM), during the COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore. Results will help inform and address the challenges in patient care that this pandemic has brought to light, its long-term implications on the management of the bariatric patient and discuss potential strategies for the management of a bariatric patient in a post COVID-19 society. To the knowledge of this paper, this is the first study to compare the impact of COVID on MS and MM patients which will allow understanding of unique stressors faced by MS patients

This study adopted a cross-sectional survey design to evaluate the impact of lockdown social distancing measures on obese patients in Singapore. The study conducted either face-to-face questionnaires in the clinic after lockdown for those who were not suitable for video consultation or questionnaires administered via telecommunication channels such as WhatsApp

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Obesity (BMI 30 kg/m2 and above)
  • English literate
  • Mental capacity to make their own decisions

Exclusion criteria

  • Undergone bariatric surgery ≤ 6 months ago
  • Have active eating disorders
  • Pregnant or had given birth ≤ 6 months ago
  • Admitted to hospital or tested positive for COVID-19
  • Exhibit symptoms of active severe psychological and psychiatric conditions like psychosis, self-harm, suicide, hallucinations that may hinder them from providing accurate responses.

Treatment and study plan

Standard care

Other

Standard Care

Primary outcomes

  1. Weight

    Time frame: June2020-July2020

    1 question asked about participants weight in kg before the lockdown; 1 question asked participants about weight in kg during lockdown

Secondary outcomes

  1. Blood Sugar Control

    Time frame: June2020-July 2020

    Participants were asked 1 question on how well blood sugar was controlled before the lock down. An ordinal scale was used: Very Poor, Poor, Reasonable, Good, Very Good. Participants were asked 1 question on how well blood sugar was controlled during the lock down. An ordinal scale was used: Very Poor, Poor, Reasonable, Good, Very Good.

  2. Medical Adherence

    Time frame: June 2020-July2020

    Participants were asked how often medication was missed before the lockdown with1 question using an ordinal scale: Never, Once in a while, Sometime, Usually, All the Time. Participants were asked how often medication was missed during the lockdown with1 question using an ordinal scale: Never, Once in a while, Sometime, Usually, All the Time.

  3. Stress level

    Time frame: June 2020-July2020

    Participants were asked on the level of stress before the lockdown using a Likert scale of 1-10; with 1=not stressful at all; 10= extremely stressful. Participants were asked level of stress were during the lockdown using a Likert scale of 1-10; with 1=not stressful at all; 10= extremely stressful.

  4. Physical Activity Level

    Time frame: June2020-July 2020

    Participants were asked frequency of exercise before the lockdown on a ordinal scale ranging from less than 1 time a week; Once a week; 2-3 times a week;4-5 times a week; More than 5 times a week. Participants were asked frequency of exercise during the lockdown on a ordinal scale ranging from less than 1 time a week; Once a week; 2-3 times a week;4-5 times a week; More than 5 times a week

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Singapore General Hospital

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Comparing the Impact of Social Distancing and Lockdown on Bariatric Patients Versus Non-Surgical Obese Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic - Cross Sectional Study

Important dates

Study start
2020
Primary completion
2020
Study completion
2020
First posted
Nov 18, 2020
Registry last updated
Nov 20, 2020

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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