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Official title Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention Utilizing Mobile Health Technology in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04997473

What this study is testing

What it's testing
Pilot study enrolling obese post HSCT (hematopoietic stem cell transplantation) patients at the hematology/oncology clinic at the Mattel Children's Hospital, University of California, Los Angeles. Parameters include percent over the 95th percentile (%BMIp95), zBMI, fasting metabolic metrics, addictive eating habits, and motivation for change.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 13 to 30. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Patients ≥ 13 and ≤ 30 years old with a history of HSCT of any type, at least 100 days post-transplant at initial consultation of the study, will be...
  • Both male and female patients will be eligible.
  • Patients must classify as obese, represented as Body mass index [BMI] ≥85th percentile for age and gender.
  • Patients must also be able to read English since the app intervention is only available in English form.

You likely can't join if

  • Patients who are ≤ 13 or ≥ 30 years old are not eligible for the study.
  • Patients who are \ 100 days post-transplant at their next consultation that falls within the enrollment window.
  • Patients whose BMI does not fall under the obese category will be excluded.
  • No patients will be excluded for any specific underlying medical condition, but decisions will be made on a case by case basis if a patient's...

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Los Angeles, California, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 13 years to 30 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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