Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy )NCT07137117
The Effect of Tele-Counseling Service on Nutrition, Exercise Attitude, and Medication Adherence After Bariatric Surgery
A study testing Behavioral Treatment in people with Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy ), run by Cukurova University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of teleconsultation service on nutrition, exercise attitudes and medication adherence after bariatric surgery. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy )
- What is being tested?
- Behavioral Treatment
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 80 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 15 Apr 2025to 30 May 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Patients who have undergone laparoscopic bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy only) for the first time,
- Are between the ages of 18 and 65,
- Are conscious and oriented to person, time, and place,
- Can speak Turkish,
- Have no auditory or visual impairments,
- Can use a telephone will be included in the study.
Who cannot join
- Patients who developed early postoperative complications (bleeding, anastomotic leakage, etc.), were hospitalized for revision surgery, and did not consent to the study will not be included in the study.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Adana City Training and Research Hospital
Adana, Yüreğir, 01220
Cansel Bozer Uludağ, Expert, (0322) 455 90 00 ext. 4242, cansel9815@gmail.com
About this study
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of teleconsultation service on nutrition, exercise attitudes and medication adherence after bariatric surgery.
Read the detailed description
Laparoscopic bariatric surgery is a popular procedure that offers proven long-term results in improving obesity-related comorbidities. However, after surgery, patients often experience behavioral adjustments, such as diet, physical activity, and medication use. These adjustments can lead to complications.In particular, poor adherence to vitamin supplements can lead to nutritional deficiencies and related health problems. Lack of adherence to physical activity is also frequently observed. Making lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery is important, and telecounseling stands out as an effective tool in this process. Telecounseling can help patients develop healthy lifestyle habits and increase access to healthcare.Studies show that telephone follow-up and counseling provided via mobile apps after bariatric surgery improves patient health management and treatment adherence. Furthermore, due to the limitations of written educational materials, telephone counseling fosters stronger patient motivation. This method can be customized to individual health needs and facilitates access to healthcare by eliminating geographic limitations. In conclusion, one-on-one telephone counseling can help patients maintain healthy lifestyles after bariatric surgery, improving treatment outcomes and positively impacting long-term health outcomes.
- Conditions
- Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy )
- Being tested
- Behavioral Treatment
- Keywords
- bariatric surgery, teleconsulting, medication compliance, nutrition exercise attitude
- Medical subject headings
- Medication Adherence
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Behavioral TreatmentOther
Patients in the experimental group will be administered a "Patient Information Form" on the morning of surgery. Standard discharge education will be provided within 72 hours after surgery. After discharge, patients will be contacted at 1, 2, 3 weeks, and 2, 4, and 5 months for informational purposes only; no assessment will be administered. During this period, regular follow-up and support will be provided to enhance patient compliance with post-surgical care. The "Interview Information Collection Form" will be used during telephone interviews with patients to collect and evaluate current health data. This practice will ensure systematic and accurate recording of patients' current conditions. Patients will be contacted at 1, 3, and 6 months to complete the "Medication Adherence Scale" and the "Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale," collecting data on medication adherence and behavioral attitudes. These assessments will be used as a systematic approach to monitoring patient adherence t
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| intervention group | Experimental | Patients in the experimental group will be administered a "Patient Information Form" on the morning of surgery. Standard discharge education will be provided within 72 hours after surgery. After discharge, patients will be contacted at 1, 2, 3 weeks, and 2, 4, and 5 months for informational purposes only; no scales will be administered. During this period, regular follow-up and support will be provided to enhance patient compliance with post-surgical care. The "Interview Information Collection Form" will be used during telephone interviews with patients to collect and evaluate current health data. This practice will ensure the systematic and accurate recording of patients' current conditions. Patients will be contacted at 1, 3, and 6 months to complete the "Medication Adherence Scale" and the "Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale," which will collect data on medication adherence and behavioral attitudes. Receives: Other: Behavioral Treatment |
| no intervention group | No intervention | Patients in the control group will be administered a "Patient Information Form" on the morning of surgery. This form will be used to assess the patients' demographic and clinical characteristics. Patients will receive standard discharge education within 72 hours after surgery and then be discharged. Post-discharge follow-up will be conducted via telephone at 1, 3, and 6 months. An "Interview Information Collection Form" will be used during telephone interviews to collect and evaluate current health data. This practice will ensure systematic and accurate recording of patients' current conditions. At each follow-up interview, patients will be administered the "Medication Adherence Scale" and the "Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale" to collect data on medication adherence and nutritional and exercise habits. These measurement tools will be used systematically to assess patients' treatment adherence and behavioral attitudes. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Medication Adherence Reporting Scale
The Medication Adherence Reporting Scale (IAS) is a scale developed to assess medication adherence. The scale asks participants to evaluate five statements based on their own circumstances. This structure allows for the systematic examination of individual attitudes and behaviors toward medication use. The Medication Adherence Reporting Scale (IAS) is assessed using a 5-point Likert-type rating system, with response options of 5=never, 4=rarely, 3=sometimes, 2=often, and 1=very often. The test score is calculated by summing the scores obtained from the scale items.
Measured: 6 months
The Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale (NUAS)
The Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale (NUAS) was developed in Turkey to measure individuals' attitudes toward nutrition and exercise. Its validity and reliability study was conducted by Yurt (2008). It is structured as a Likert-type scale. This allows individuals to evaluate their own attitudes and behaviors based on various statements. The statements in the scale are rated on a scale according to individuals' level of agreement. Each item in the scale is scored, and a total score is calculated for the subdimensions. Higher scores indicate a more positive attitude in the relevant subdimension. Lower scores indicate that the individual is experiencing difficulties in a particular area. The internal consistency of the scale was assessed using Cronbach's Alpha coefficient and was found to be 0.70. This value indicates that the scale has an acceptable level of internal consistency (Yurt, 2008; Ekici and Yıldız 2018).
Measured: 6 months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted22 Aug 2025
- Study start15 Apr 2025
- Primary completion30 May 2025
- Study completion30 May 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy )Studies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Cukurova UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- 2 groups, control and intervention group
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Cukurova University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Cansel Bozer, Cukurova University
- Investigators
- Cansel Bozer Uludağ, expert, Principal investigator
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07137117
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- CU-SBF-CB-04
- Status last verified
- Aug 2025
- First submitted
- 16 Aug 2025
- Last updated
- 3 Sep 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 3 Sep 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Tele-Counseling Service on Nutrition, Exercise Attitude, and Medication Adherence After Bariatric Surgery
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07137117
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- CU-SBF-CB-04
- Conditions
- Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy )
- Keywords
- bariatric surgery, teleconsulting, medication compliance, nutrition exercise attitude
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Cukurova UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Apr 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 May 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 30 May 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 22 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of teleconsultation service on nutrition, exercise attitudes and medication adherence after bariatric surgery.
Detailed description
Laparoscopic bariatric surgery is a popular procedure that offers proven long-term results in improving obesity-related comorbidities. However, after surgery, patients often experience behavioral adjustments, such as diet, physical activity, and medication use. These adjustments can lead to complications.In particular, poor adherence to vitamin supplements can lead to nutritional deficiencies and related health problems. Lack of adherence to physical activity is also frequently observed. Making lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery is important, and telecounseling stands out as an effective tool in this process. Telecounseling can help patients develop healthy lifestyle habits and increase access to healthcare.Studies show that telephone follow-up and counseling provided via mobile apps after bariatric surgery improves patient health management and treatment adherence. Furthermore, due to the limitations of written educational materials, telephone counseling fosters stronger patient motivation. This method can be customized to individual health needs and facilitates access to healthcare by eliminating geographic limitations. In conclusion, one-on-one telephone counseling can help patients maintain healthy lifestyles after bariatric surgery, improving treatment outcomes and positively impacting long-term health outcomes.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- 2 groups, control and intervention group
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| intervention group | Experimental | Other: Behavioral TreatmentPatients in the experimental group will be administered a "Patient Information Form" on the morning of surgery. Standard discharge education will be provided within 72 hours after surgery. After discharge, patients will be contacted at 1, 2, 3 weeks, and 2, 4, and 5 months for informational purposes only; no scales will be administered. During this period, regular follow-up and support will be provided to enhance patient compliance with post-surgical care. The "Interview Information Collection Form" will be used during telephone interviews with patients to collect and evaluate current health data. This practice will ensure the systematic and accurate recording of patients' current conditions. Patients will be contacted at 1, 3, and 6 months to complete the "Medication Adherence Scale" and the "Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale," which will collect data on medication adherence and behavioral attitudes. |
| no intervention group | No intervention | –Patients in the control group will be administered a "Patient Information Form" on the morning of surgery. This form will be used to assess the patients' demographic and clinical characteristics. Patients will receive standard discharge education within 72 hours after surgery and then be discharged. Post-discharge follow-up will be conducted via telephone at 1, 3, and 6 months. An "Interview Information Collection Form" will be used during telephone interviews to collect and evaluate current health data. This practice will ensure systematic and accurate recording of patients' current conditions. At each follow-up interview, patients will be administered the "Medication Adherence Scale" and the "Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale" to collect data on medication adherence and nutritional and exercise habits. These measurement tools will be used systematically to assess patients' treatment adherence and behavioral attitudes. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Patients who have undergone laparoscopic bariatric surgery (sleeve gastrectomy only) for the first time,
- Are between the ages of 18 and 65,
- Are conscious and oriented to person, time, and place,
- Can speak Turkish,
- Have no auditory or visual impairments,
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Patients who developed early postoperative complications (bleeding, anastomotic leakage, etc.), were hospitalized for revision surgery, and did not consent to the study will not be included in the study.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Behavioral TreatmentPatients in the experimental group will be administered a "Patient Information Form" on the morning of surgery. Standard discharge education will be provided within 72 hours after surgery. After discharge, patients will be contacted at 1, 2, 3 weeks, and 2, 4, and 5 months for informational purposes only; no assessment will be administered. During this period, regular follow-up and support will be provided to enhance patient compliance with post-surgical care. The "Interview Information Collection Form" will be used during telephone interviews with patients to collect and evaluate current health data. This practice will ensure systematic and accurate recording of patients' current conditions. Patients will be contacted at 1, 3, and 6 months to complete the "Medication Adherence Scale" and the "Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale," collecting data on medication adherence and behavioral attitudes. These assessments will be used as a systematic approach to monitoring patient adherence t | Other | intervention group |
Primary outcome
Medication Adherence Reporting Scale
Time frame: 6 months
The Medication Adherence Reporting Scale (IAS) is a scale developed to assess medication adherence. The scale asks participants to evaluate five statements based on their own circumstances. This structure allows for the systematic examination of individual attitudes and behaviors toward medication use. The Medication Adherence Reporting Scale (IAS) is assessed using a 5-point Likert-type rating system, with response options of 5=never, 4=rarely, 3=sometimes, 2=often, and 1=very often. The test score is calculated by summing the scores obtained from the scale items.
The Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale (NUAS)
Time frame: 6 months
The Nutrition and Exercise Attitude Scale (NUAS) was developed in Turkey to measure individuals' attitudes toward nutrition and exercise. Its validity and reliability study was conducted by Yurt (2008). It is structured as a Likert-type scale. This allows individuals to evaluate their own attitudes and behaviors based on various statements. The statements in the scale are rated on a scale according to individuals' level of agreement. Each item in the scale is scored, and a total score is calculated for the subdimensions. Higher scores indicate a more positive attitude in the relevant subdimension. Lower scores indicate that the individual is experiencing difficulties in a particular area. The internal consistency of the scale was assessed using Cronbach's Alpha coefficient and was found to be 0.70. This value indicates that the scale has an acceptable level of internal consistency (Yurt, 2008; Ekici and Yıldız 2018).
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 3 Sep 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
Cansel Bozer Uludağ, expert principal investigator
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Behavioral Treatment in people with Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy ), run by Cukurova University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Sep 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Cansel Bozer Uludağ, expert (+905434332624, cansel9815@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Medication Adherence Reporting Scale (time frame: 6 months). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Sep 2025.