NCT07137117

The Effect of Tele-Counseling Service on Nutrition, Exercise Attitude, and Medication Adherence After Bariatric Surgery

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 80 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Cukurova University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 65 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

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.

Conditions

• Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy )

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Behavioral Treatment	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

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-04-15
• Primary completion: 2025-05-30
• Completion: 2026-05-30
• First posted: 2025-08-22
• Last updated: 2025-09-03

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)