A Registry to Collect Data and Biospecimens from Patients who are Obese and are Candidates for Bariatric Surgery

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to collect and maintain a clinical and pathology database, and a biobank of blood, stool, and tissue specimens, from patients being treated surgically for obesity. The hope is this will ultimately help identify biological predictors for matching the best bariatric surgery to the patient for maximizing the effectiveness of the weight loss.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

A candidate for bariatric surgery
18 years of age or older
Must be capable of and willing to sign an informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

Has previously undergone a stapled bariatric operation

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Jacksonville, Fla. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Steven Bowers, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Jacksonville, Fla.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Steven Bowers, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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