Day hospital vs. full-time hospital for teen obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of treating severe obesity in teenagers: attending a hospital program during the day and going home at night, versus staying in the hospital full-time. The goal is to see which approach works better for weight loss and overall health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 20 years old.
- You have severe obesity (a body mass index above 30 for your age).
- You are being treated at one of the participating medical centers.
- You have health insurance.
- You (or your legal guardian) can sign a consent form.
- You do not have a mental health condition that requires hospital care.
- Your obesity is not caused by a hormone problem.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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