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Mackenzie RM, Ali A, Bruce D, Bruce J, Ford I, Greenlaw N, Grieve E, Lean M, Lindsay RS, O'Donnell J, Sattar N, Stewart S, Logue J. Clinical outcomes and adverse events of bariatric surgery in adults with severe obesity in Scotland: the SCOTS observational cohort study. Health Technol Assess 2024; 28:1-115. [PMID: 38343107 PMCID: PMC11017628 DOI: 10.3310/unaw6331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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Background Bariatric surgery is a common procedure worldwide for the treatment of severe obesity and associated comorbid conditions but there is a lack of evidence as to medium-term safety and effectiveness outcomes in a United Kingdom setting. Objective To establish the clinical outcomes and adverse events of different bariatric surgical procedures, their impact on quality of life and the effect on comorbidities. Design Prospective observational cohort study. Setting National Health Service secondary care and private practice in Scotland, United Kingdom. Participants Adults (age >16 years) undergoing their first bariatric surgery procedure. Main outcome measures Change in weight, hospital length of stay, readmission and reoperation rate, mortality, diabetes outcomes (HbA1c, medications), quality of life, anxiety, depression. Data sources Patient-reported outcome measures, hospital records, national electronic health records (Scottish Morbidity Record 01, Scottish Care Information Diabetes, National Records Scotland, Prescription Information System). Results Between December 2013 and February 2017, 548 eligible patients were approached and 445 participants were enrolled in the study. Of those, 335 had bariatric surgery and 1 withdrew from the study. Mean age was 46.0 (9.2) years, 74.7% were female and the median body mass index was 46.4 (42.4; 52.0) kg/m2. Weight was available for 128 participants at 3 years: mean change was -19.0% (±14.1) from the operation and -24.2% (±12.8) from the start of the preoperative weight-management programme. One hundred and thirty-nine (41.4%) participants were readmitted to hospital in the same or subsequent 35 months post surgery, 18 (5.4% of the operated cohort) had a reoperation or procedure considered to be related to bariatric surgery gastrointestinal complications or revisions. Fewer than five participants (<2%) died during follow-up. HbA1c was available for 93/182 and diabetes medications for 139/182 participants who had type 2 diabetes prior to surgery; HbA1c mean change was -5.72 (±16.71) (p = 0.001) mmol/mol and 65.5% required no diabetes medications (p < 0.001) at 3 years post surgery. Physical quality of life, available for 101/335 participants, improved in the 3 years post surgery, mean change in Rand 12-item Short Form Survey physical component score 8.32 (±8.95) (p < 0.001); however, there was no change in the prevalence of anxiety or depression. Limitations Due to low numbers of bariatric surgery procedures in Scotland, recruitment was stopped before achieving the intended 2000 participants and follow-up was reduced from 10 years to 3 years. Conclusions Bariatric surgery is a safe and effective treatment for obesity. Patients in Scotland, UK, appear to be older and have higher body mass than international comparators, which may be due to the small number of procedures performed. Future work Intervention studies are required to identify the optimal pre- and post surgery pathway to maximise safety and cost-effectiveness. Study registration This study is registered as ISRCTN47072588. Funding details This award was funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Health Technology Assessment programme (NIHR award ref: 10/42/02) and is published in full in Health Technology Assessment; Vol. 28, No. 7. See the NIHR Funding and Awards website for further award information.
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- Ruth M Mackenzie
- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- University Hospital Ayr, NHS Ayrshire and Arran, Ayr, UK
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- Clinical Trials Unit, University of Warwick, Warwick, UK
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- Robertson Centre for Biostatistics, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Robertson Centre for Biostatistics, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Nursing and Community Health, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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Johnston L, Jackson K, Hilton C, Graham Y. The forgotten patient: A psychological perspective on the implementation of bariatric surgery guidelines. Obes Sci Pract 2023; 9:538-547. [PMID: 37810523 PMCID: PMC10551119 DOI: 10.1002/osp4.670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2022] [Revised: 02/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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There is strong evidence demonstrating the impact of bariatric surgery on weight-loss and comorbidity improvement. In the UK, there is specific guidance to facilitate the assessment of a person's suitability for bariatric surgery. This paper highlights the clinical reality of routinely implementing this guidance, supported by literature and the perspectives of practicing psychologists. The consequences of the implementation of clinical guidelines within the context of the typical biopsychosocial profile of those referred for bariatric surgery are discussed. The ramifications of a screening approach rather than a clinical formulation-based approach to assessment, impact of a possible unconscious bias in commissioning and an overemphasis on a biomedical model approach to treatment are also presented. These contextual factors are argued to contribute to a population of "forgotten patients" that is, patients who have been assessed as not suitable for bariatric surgery, and thus "stuck" in their journey toward better health. For these individuals the only option left are energy balance only approaches, which are the very same approaches to weight-loss and comorbidity improvement that have been attempted, often for many years. Not only have these approaches not resulted in weight-loss and health improvement, they also fail to address the underlying psychological causes of obesity. Consequently, this lack of support means that patients continue to suffer from poor quality of life, with no clear pathway to improved health and wellbeing. This paper illuminates the clear gaps in weight management service provision, the implementation of guidelines in practice, and offers practical suggestions to reduce the unintended consequences of clinical guidelines for bariatric surgery.
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- Lynne Johnston
- Halley Johnston Associated LtdWhitley BayUK
- Golden Jubilee University National HospitalScotlandUK
- Helen McArdle Nursing and Care Research InstituteFaculty of Health Sciences and WellbeingUniversity of SunderlandSunderlandUK
- South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation TrustSunderlandUK
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- South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation TrustSunderlandUK
- Hilton Health ConsultancyDerbyshireUK
- University of FloridaGainesvilleFloridaUSA
- University of DerbyDerbyUK
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- Helen McArdle Nursing and Care Research InstituteFaculty of Health Sciences and WellbeingUniversity of SunderlandSunderlandUK
- South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation TrustSunderlandUK
- Faculty of PsychologyUniversity of Anahuac MexicoMexico CityMexico
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Coulman KD, Margelyte R, Jones T, Blazeby JM, Macleod J, Owen-Smith A, Parretti H, Welbourn R, Redaniel MT, Judge A. Access to publicly funded weight management services in England using routine data from primary and secondary care (2007-2020): An observational cohort study. PLoS Med 2023; 20:e1004282. [PMID: 37769031 PMCID: PMC10538857 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1004282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Adults living with overweight/obesity are eligible for publicly funded weight management (WM) programmes according to national guidance. People with the most severe and complex obesity are eligible for bariatric surgery. Primary care plays a key role in identifying overweight/obesity and referring to WM interventions. This study aimed to (1) describe the primary care population in England who (a) are referred for WM interventions and (b) undergo bariatric surgery and (2) determine the patient and GP practice characteristics associated with both. METHODS AND FINDINGS An observational cohort study was undertaken using routinely collected primary care data in England from the Clinical Practice Research Datalink linked with Hospital Episode Statistics. During the study period (January 2007 to June 2020), 1,811,587 adults met the inclusion criteria of a recording of overweight/obesity in primary care, of which 54.62% were female and 20.10% aged 45 to 54. Only 56,783 (3.13%) were referred to WM, and 3,701 (1.09% of those with severe and complex obesity) underwent bariatric surgery. Multivariable Poisson regression examined the associations of demographic, clinical, and regional characteristics on the likelihood of WM referral and bariatric surgery. Higher body mass index (BMI) and practice region had the strongest associations with both outcomes. People with BMI ≥40 kg/m2 were more than 6 times as likely to be referred for WM (10.05% of individuals) than BMI 25.0 to 29.9 kg/m2 (1.34%) (rate ratio (RR) 6.19, 95% confidence interval (CI) [5.99,6.40], p < 0.001). They were more than 5 times as likely to undergo bariatric surgery (3.98%) than BMI 35.0 to 40.0 kg/m2 with a comorbidity (0.53%) (RR 5.52, 95% CI [5.07,6.02], p < 0.001). Patients from practices in the West Midlands were the most likely to have a WM referral (5.40%) (RR 2.17, 95% CI [2.10,2.24], p < 0.001, compared with the North West, 2.89%), and practices from the East of England least likely (1.04%) (RR 0.43, 95% CI [0.41,0.46], p < 0.001, compared with North West). Patients from practices in London were the most likely to undergo bariatric surgery (2.15%), and practices in the North West the least likely (0.68%) (RR 3.29, 95% CI [2.88,3.76], p < 0.001, London compared with North West). Longer duration since diagnosis with severe and complex obesity (e.g., 1.67% of individuals diagnosed in 2007 versus 0.34% in 2015, RR 0.20, 95% CI [0.12,0.32], p < 0.001), and increasing comorbidities (e.g., 2.26% of individuals with 6+ comorbidities versus 1.39% with none (RR 8.79, 95% CI [7.16,10.79], p < 0.001) were also strongly associated with bariatric surgery. The main limitation is the reliance on overweight/obesity being recorded within primary care records to identify the study population. CONCLUSIONS Between 2007 and 2020, a very small percentage of the primary care population eligible for WM referral or bariatric surgery according to national guidance received either. Higher BMI and GP practice region had the strongest associations with both. Regional inequalities may reflect differences in commissioning and provision of WM services across the country. Multi-stakeholder qualitative research is ongoing to understand the barriers to accessing WM services and potential solutions. Together with population-wide prevention strategies, improved access to WM interventions is needed to reduce obesity levels.
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- Karen D. Coulman
- Health Economics Bristol, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
- National Institute for Health Research Bristol Biomedical Research Centre, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
- Centre for Academic Primary Care, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- The National Institute for Health Research Applied Research Collaboration West (NIHR ARC West), University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, United Kingdom
- Musculoskeletal Research Unit, Translational Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- Health Economics Bristol, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
- The National Institute for Health Research Applied Research Collaboration West (NIHR ARC West), University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, United Kingdom
- Musculoskeletal Research Unit, Translational Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- National Institute for Health Research Bristol Biomedical Research Centre, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- National Institute for Health Research Bristol Biomedical Research Centre, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
- Centre for Academic Primary Care, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
- The National Institute for Health Research Applied Research Collaboration West (NIHR ARC West), University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- Health Economics Bristol, Population Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, Norwich, United Kingdom
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- Department of Upper GI and Bariatric Surgery, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton, United Kingdom
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- The National Institute for Health Research Applied Research Collaboration West (NIHR ARC West), University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, United Kingdom
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- Musculoskeletal Research Unit, Translational Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
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Brown A, Brosnahan N, Khazaei D, Wingrove J, Flint SW, Batterham RL. UK dietitians' attitudes and experiences of formula very low- and low-energy diets in clinical practice. Clin Obes 2022; 12:e12509. [PMID: 35068081 PMCID: PMC9286801 DOI: 10.1111/cob.12509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Revised: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Despite evidence that formula very low-energy diets (VLED) and low-energy diets (LED) are both effective and safe as treatments for obesity and type 2 diabetes, these diets remain underutilized in the United Kingdom. The aim of this study was to explore UK dietitians' attitudes and experiences of using formula VLED and LED. A cross-sectional survey was disseminated between September 2019 and April 2020 through websites, social media platforms and dietetic networks using snowball sampling. In total, 241 dietitians responded to the online survey with 152 participants included in the final analysis (female [94.1%], mean age 40.8 years [SD 9.5]; median 12 years [interquartile range 8, 22] within dietetic practice). One hundred and nine (71.7%) participants reported currently using VLED/LED in clinical practice and 43 (28.3%) did not. Those with lower motivation and confidence in implementing VLED/LED in clinical practice were less likely to use them. Cost and adherence were the two highest reported barriers to use. Dietitians perceived VLED/LED were effective, but concerns remained about long-term effectiveness, particularly for some patient groups. Dietitians also reported that further education, funding and service infrastructure, including access to clinic space and administrative support, were required to help embed VLED/LED into routine clinical practice. With clinical services now regularly offering VLED/LED programmes in the United Kingdom, dietitians are ideally placed to provide long-term support. However, understanding, reporting and addressing the potential barriers (funding/infrastructure and education) appear to be key requirements in increasing the delivery of VLED/LED programmes nationally.
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- Adrian Brown
- Centre for Obesity ResearchUniversity College LondonLondonUK
- Bariatric Centre for Weight Management and Metabolic SurgeryUniversity College London Hospital NHS TrustLondonUK
- National Institute of Health ResearchUCLH Biomedical Research CentreLondonUK
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- School of Medicine, Dentistry & NursingUniversity of GlasgowScotlandUK
- Counterweight LtdLondonUK
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- Centre for Obesity ResearchUniversity College LondonLondonUK
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- Centre for Obesity ResearchUniversity College LondonLondonUK
- Bariatric Centre for Weight Management and Metabolic SurgeryUniversity College London Hospital NHS TrustLondonUK
- National Institute of Health ResearchUCLH Biomedical Research CentreLondonUK
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- School of PsychologyUniversity of LeedsLeedsUK
- Scaled Insights, NexusUniversity of LeedsLeedsUK
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- Centre for Obesity ResearchUniversity College LondonLondonUK
- Bariatric Centre for Weight Management and Metabolic SurgeryUniversity College London Hospital NHS TrustLondonUK
- National Institute of Health ResearchUCLH Biomedical Research CentreLondonUK
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McHale CT, Laidlaw AH, Cecil JE. Predictors of weight discussion in primary care consultations: A multilevel modeling approach. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:502-511. [PMID: 34253384 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2020] [Revised: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 07/03/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To understand how primary care weight-related communication processes are influenced by individual differences in primary care practitioner (PCP) and patient characteristics and communication use. METHODS Two multilevel logistic regression models were calculated to predict the occurrence of 1) weight-related discussion and 2) weight-related consultation outcomes. Coded communication data (Roter Interaction Analysis System) from 218 video-recorded consultations between PCPs and patients with overweight and obesity in Scottish primary care practices were combined with their demographic data to develop the multilevel models. RESULTS Weight-related discussions were more likely to occur when a greater proportion of PCP's total communication was partnership building and activating communication. More discrete weight discussions during a consultation predicted weight-related consultation outcomes. Patient BMI positively predicted both weight-related discussion and consultation outcomes. CONCLUSION This work demonstrates that multilevel modeling is a viable approach to investigating coded primary care weight-related communication data and that it can provide insight into the impact that various patient and PCP factors have on these communication processes. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Through the increased use of partnership building and activating communications, and by engaging in shorter, but more frequent, discussions about patient weight, PCPs may better facilitate weight-related discussion and weight-related consultation outcomes for their patients.
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- Calum T McHale
- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK.
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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Heggie L, Mackenzie RM, Ells LJ, Simpson SA, Logue J. Tackling reporting issues and variation in behavioural weight management interventions: Design and piloting of the standardized reporting of adult behavioural weight management interventions to aid evaluation (STAR-LITE) template. Clin Obes 2020; 10:e12390. [PMID: 32632970 DOI: 10.1111/cob.12390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2019] [Revised: 06/06/2020] [Accepted: 06/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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In the United Kingdom, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence make recommendations to guide the local-level selection and implementation of adult behavioural weight management interventions (BWMIs) which lack specificity. The reporting of BWMIs is generally poorly detailed, resulting in difficulties when comparing effectiveness, quality and appropriateness for participants. This non-standardized reporting makes meta-analysis of intervention data impossible, resulting in vague guidance based on weak evidence, reinforcing the urgent need for consistency and detail within BWMI description. STAR-LITE - a 4-section, 119-item standardized adult BWMI reporting template - was developed and tested using a two-phase process. After initial design, the template was piloted using adult behavioural weight management RCTs and currently implemented UK BWMI mapping information to further refine the template and examine current reporting and variance. Overall, reporting quality of weight management RCTs was poor, and large variance across different components of real-world BWMIs was observed. Non-specific guidance and wide variation in adult BWMIs are likely linked to inadequate RCT reporting quality and the inability to perform reliable comparisons of data. Future use of STAR-LITE would facilitate the consistent, detailed reporting of adult BWMIs, supporting their evaluation and comparison, to ultimately inform effective policy and improve weight management practice.
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- Lisa Heggie
- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Department of Behavioural Science and Health, Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- School of Clinical and Applied Sciences, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom
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McHale CT, Laidlaw AH, Cecil JE. Primary care patient and practitioner views of weight and weight-related discussion: a mixed-methods study. BMJ Open 2020; 10:e034023. [PMID: 32156764 PMCID: PMC7064140 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-034023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2019] [Revised: 02/11/2020] [Accepted: 02/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To understand the beliefs that primary care practitioners (PCPs) and patients with overweight and obesity have about obesity and primary care weight management in Scotland. SETTING Seven National Health Service (NHS) Scotland primary care centres. PARTICIPANTS A total of 305 patients and 14 PCPs (12 general practitioners; two practice nurses) participated. DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY A cross-sectional mixed-methods study. PCPs and patients completed questionnaires assessing beliefs about obesity and primary care weight communication and management. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with PCPs to elaborate on questionnaire topics. Quantitative and qualitative data were synthesised to address study objectives. RESULTS (1) Many patients with overweight and obesity did not accurately perceive their weight or risk of developing weight-related health issues; (2) PCPs and patients reported behavioural factors as the most important cause of obesity, and medical factors as the most important consequence; (3) PCPs perceive their role in weight management as awareness raising and signposting, not prevention or weight monitoring; (4) PCPs identify structural and patient-related factors as barriers to weight communication and management, but not PCP factors. CONCLUSIONS Incongruent and/or inaccurate beliefs held by PCPs and patient may present barriers to effective weight discussion and management in primary care. There is a need to review, standardise and clarify primary care weight management processes in Scotland. Acknowledging a shared responsibility for obesity as a disease may improve outcomes for patients with overweight and obesity.
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- Calum T McHale
- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife, UK
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Mackenzie RM, Ells LJ, Simpson SA, Logue J. Core outcome set for behavioural weight management interventions for adults with overweight and obesity: Standardised reporting of lifestyle weight management interventions to aid evaluation (STAR-LITE). Obes Rev 2020; 21:e12961. [PMID: 31756274 PMCID: PMC7050499 DOI: 10.1111/obr.12961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2019] [Accepted: 09/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Behavioural weight management interventions in research studies and clinical practice differ in length, advice, frequency of meetings, staff, and cost. Few real-world programmes have published patient outcomes and those that have used different ways of reporting information, making it impossible to compare interventions and develop the evidence base. To address this issue, we have developed a core outcome set for behavioural weight management intervention programmes for adults with overweight and obesity. Outcomes were identified via systematic review of the literature. A representative expert group was formed comprising people with experience of adult weight management services. An online Delphi process was employed to reach consensus as to which outcomes should be measured and reported and which definitions/instruments should be utilised. The expert group identified eight core outcomes and 12 core processes for reporting by weight management services. Eleven outcomes and five processes were identified as optional. The most appropriate definitions/instruments for measuring each outcome/process were also agreed. Our core outcome set will ensure consistency of reporting. This will allow behavioural weight management interventions to be compared, revealing which interventions work best for which members of the population and helping inform development of adult behavioural weight management interventions.
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- Ruth M. Mackenzie
- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical SciencesUniversity of GlasgowGlasgowUK
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- School of Health and Social CareTeesside UniversityMiddlesbroughUK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical SciencesUniversity of GlasgowGlasgowUK
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McHale CT, Cecil JE, Laidlaw AH. An analysis of directly observed weight communication processes between primary care practitioners and overweight patients. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2019; 102:2214-2222. [PMID: 31378309 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2019.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2018] [Revised: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 07/09/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To analyse weight-related communication prevalence and processes (content/context) between primary care practitioners (PCPs) and overweight patients within routine primary healthcare consultations. METHODS Consultations between 14 PCPs and 218 overweight patients (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2) were video recorded. Weight communication was coded using the Roter Interaction Analysis System (RIAS) and the novel St Andrews Issue Response Analysis System (SAIRAS). Communication code frequencies were analysed. RESULTS Weight discussion occurred in 25% of consultations with overweight patients; 26% of these had weight-related consultation outcomes (e.g. weight-related counselling and referrals, stated weight-related intention from patients). Weight discussions were more likely to occur if PCPs provided space to patient attempts to discuss weight (p = 0.013). Longer weight discussions (p < 0.001) and contextualising weight as problematic when PCP/patient-initiated weight discussion (p < 0.001) were associated with weight-related consultation outcomes. CONCLUSION Weight was rarely discussed with overweight patients, however PCP space provision to patient weight-discussion initiation attempts increased weight discussion. When weight was discussed, increased time and/or contextualising weight as a problem increased the likelihood of weight-related consultation outcomes. PRACTICAL IMPLICATION PCP use of specific communication approaches when discussing, contextualising and responding to patient weight may facilitate weight-related discussion and consultation outcomes and could lead to more effective patient weight management.
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- Calum T McHale
- Division of Population and Behavioural Sciences, School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, Medical and Biological Sciences Building, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9TF, UK.
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- Division of Population and Behavioural Sciences, School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, Medical and Biological Sciences Building, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9TF, UK
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- Division of Population and Behavioural Sciences, School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, Medical and Biological Sciences Building, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9TF, UK
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Laidlaw A, Napier C, Neville F, Collinson A, Cecil JE. Talking about weight talk: primary care practitioner knowledge, attitudes and practice. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/17538068.2019.1646061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- A. Laidlaw
- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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- School of Management, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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Moffat H, Campbell F, Donald C, Insch P, Little S, Logan S, McCallum M. Evaluation of Weigh Forward: A group intervention delivered by dietitians and psychologists within a National Health Service specialist weight management service. Clin Obes 2019; 9:e12291. [PMID: 30589988 DOI: 10.1111/cob.12291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2018] [Revised: 11/21/2018] [Accepted: 11/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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There is limited evidence of the effectiveness of non-surgical interventions for severe obesity. Our aim was to evaluate a group intervention delivered by a National Health Service (NHS) specialist weight management service to contribute to the evidence base and inform the development of future services. Participants in this prospective cohort study were patients attending NHS Grampian Specialist Weight Management Services. The intervention was an interactive 12-session group programme based on evidence-based psychological model, with combined dietetic and psychological knowledge and support provided. The primary outcome was mean weight change at the end of the intervention and for 12-mo follow-up (including programme completers, baseline observation carried forward [BOCF], last observation carried forward). Secondary outcome measures included mood, anxiety, binge eating and quality of life. A total of 166 patients accepted a place on the group programme, mean body mass index was 48.9 kg/m2 . Mean weight loss at 6 mo was 5.6 kg and 35.2% of those who completed the group (n = 88) lost ≥5%. Using BOCF, 18.7% lost ≥5% at 6 mo. Those who remained in the programme maintained their weight loss 12 and 18 mo after the start of the intervention. Significant improvements were also found in psychological variables, including reduced depression, anxiety, binge eating and improved emotion regulation. This real-world evaluation of an NHS intervention for patients with severe obesity suggests that individuals who engage achieve a moderate weight loss, which most maintain a year later, although further research is needed to strengthen this conclusion.
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- Helen Moffat
- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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- Adult Weight Management Services, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, UK
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Mackenzie RM, Ells LJ, Simpson SA, Logue J. Development of a core outcome set for behavioural weight management programmes for adults with overweight and obesity: protocol for obtaining expert consensus using Delphi methodology. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e025193. [PMID: 30826797 PMCID: PMC6398651 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-025193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2018] [Revised: 12/12/2018] [Accepted: 12/20/2018] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Weight management interventions in research studies and in clinical practice differ in length, advice, frequency of meetings, staff and cost. Very few real-world programmes have published patient-related outcomes, and those that have published used different ways of reporting the information, making it impossible to compare interventions and further develop the evidence base. Developing a core outcome set for behavioural weight management programmes (BWMPs) for adults with overweight and obesity will allow different BWMPs to be compared and reveal which interventions work best for which members of the population. METHODS AND ANALYSIS An expert group, comprised of 40 people who work in, refer to, or attend BWMPs for adults with overweight and obesity, will be asked to decide which outcomes services should report. An online Delphi process will be employed to help the group reach consensus as to which outcomes should be measured and reported, and which definitions/instruments should be used in order to do so. The first stage of the Delphi process (three rounds of questionnaires) will focus on outcomes while the second stage (three additional rounds of questionnaires) will focus on definition/instrument selection. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval for this study has been received from the University of Glasgow College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences Ethics Committee. With regard to disseminating results, a report will be submitted to our funding body, the Chief Scientist Office of the Scottish Government Health Department. In addition, early findings will be shared with Public Health England and Health Scotland, and results communicated via conference presentations, peer review publication and our institutions' social media platforms.
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- Ruth M Mackenzie
- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- School of Health and Social Care, Teeside University, Middlesbrough, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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Brooksbank K, O'Donnell J, Corbett V, Shield S, Ainsworth R, Shearer R, Montgomery S, Gallagher A, Duncan H, Hamilton L, Laszlo V, Noone R, Baxendale A, Blane D, Logue J. Discussing Weight Management With Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Primary Care Using the Small Talk Big Difference Intervention: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR Res Protoc 2019; 8:e12162. [PMID: 30767902 PMCID: PMC6396071 DOI: 10.2196/12162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2018] [Revised: 10/25/2018] [Accepted: 10/25/2018] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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Background Guidelines for the management of type 2 diabetes universally recommend that adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity be offered individualized interventions to encourage weight loss. Yet despite the existing recommendations, provision of weight management services is currently patchy around the United Kingdom and where services are available, high attrition rates are often reported. In addition, individuals often fail to take up services, that is, after discussion with a general practitioner or practice nurse, individuals are referred to the service but do not attend for an appointment. Qualitative research has identified that the initial discussion raising the issue of weight, motivating the patient, and referring to services is crucial to a successful outcome from weight management. Objective Our aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of an Internet-based training program and practice implementation toolkit with or without face-to-face training for primary care staff. The primary outcome is the change in referral rate of patients with type 2 diabetes to National Health Service adult weight management programs, 3 months pre- and postintervention. Methods We used the Behavior Change Wheel to develop an intervention for staff in primary care consisting of a 1-hour Internet-based eLearning package covering the links between obesity, type 2 diabetes, and the benefits of weight management, the treatment of diabetes in patients with obesity, specific training in raising the issue of weight, local services and referral pathways, overview of weight management components/ evidence base, and the role of the referrer. The package also includes a patient pamphlet, a discussion tool, a practice implementation checklist, and an optional 2.5-hour face-to-face training session. We have randomly assigned 100 practices in a 1:1 ratio to either have immediate access to all the resources or have access delayed for 4 months. An intention-to-treat statistical analysis will be performed. Results Recruitment to the study is now complete. We will finalize follow-up in 2018 and publish in early 2019. Conclusions This protocol describes the development and randomized evaluation of the effectiveness of an intervention to improve referral and uptake rates of weight management programs for adults with type 2 diabetes. At a time when many new dietary and pharmacological weight management interventions are showing large clinical benefits for people with type 2 diabetes, it is vital that primary care practitioners are willing, skilled, and able to discuss weight and make appropriate referrals to services. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03360058; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03360058 (Archived by WebCite at http://www.webcitation.org/74HI8ULfn) International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) DERR1-10.2196/12162
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- Katriona Brooksbank
- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Glasgow and Clyde Weight Management Service, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- National Health Service Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Grieve E, Mackenzie RM, Munro J, O'Donnell J, Stewart S, Ali A, Bruce D, Trevor M, Logue J. Variations in bariatric surgical care pathways: a national costing study on the variability of services and impact on costs. BMC OBESITY 2018; 5:43. [PMID: 30607251 PMCID: PMC6307243 DOI: 10.1186/s40608-018-0223-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2018] [Accepted: 12/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND We undertook a survey of all bariatric centres in Scotland in order to describe current pre- and post-operative care, to estimate their costs and explore differences in financial impact. METHODS A questionnaire was distributed to each health centre. Descriptive statistics were used to present average cost per patient along with 95% confidence intervals, and the range of costs. RESULTS Results show nearly a five-fold difference in costs per patient for pre-operative services (range £226 - £1071) and more than a three-fold difference for post-operative services (range £259 - £896). CONCLUSIONS There is a lack of evidence base and a clear requirement for the evaluation of bariatric surgical services to identify the care pathways pre- and post-surgery which lead to largest improvements in health outcomes and remain cost-effective.
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- Eleanor Grieve
- 1Health Economics and Health Technology Assessment, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ UK
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- 2Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ UK
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- 2Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ UK
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- 2Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ UK
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- 2Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ UK
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- 3University Hospital Ayr, NHS Ayrshire and Arran, Ayr, KA6 6DX UK
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- 3University Hospital Ayr, NHS Ayrshire and Arran, Ayr, KA6 6DX UK
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- 4Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ UK
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- 5Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, 126 University Place, Glasgow, G12 8TA UK
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Botha S, Forde L, MacNaughton S, Shearer R, Lindsay R, Sattar N, Morrison D, Welsh P, Logue J. Effect of non-surgical weight management on weight and glycaemic control in people with type 2 diabetes: A comparison of interventional and non-interventional outcomes at 3 years. Diabetes Obes Metab 2018; 20:879-888. [PMID: 29178635 DOI: 10.1111/dom.13171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2017] [Revised: 10/27/2017] [Accepted: 11/19/2017] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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AIMS To examine the long-term effectiveness of lifestyle weight management interventions, recommended in clinical guidelines for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity. MATERIALS AND METHODS Electronic health records were used to follow 23 208 patients with T2DM and obesity in Glasgow, UK, for up to 3 years between 2005 and 2014. Patients were stratified by referral to and attendance at a lifestyle weight management intervention, and by attainment of a target weight loss of ≥5 kg over 7 to 9 sessions ("successful completers"). Outcomes were change in weight, glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) and diabetes medications. RESULTS A total of 3471 potentially eligible patients were referred to the service, and fewer than half of these attended (n = 1537). Of those who attended 7 to 9 sessions, >40% successfully completed and achieved 5-kg weight loss (334/808). Successful completers maintained greater weight loss (change at 3 years -8.03 kg; 95% confidence interval [CI] -9.44 to -6.62) than the non-completers (-3.26 kg; 95% CI -4.01 to -2.51; P < .001) and those not referred to the service (-1.00 kg; 95% CI -1.15 to -0.85; P < .001). Successful completers were the only patient group who did not increase their use of diabetes medication and insulin over 3 years. In adjusted models, successful completers had a clinically significant reduction in HbA1c (-3.7 mmol/mol; 95% CI -5.82 to -1.51) after 3 years; P ≤ .001) compared with non-completers and unsuccessful completers. CONCLUSIONS A real-life structured weight management intervention in patients with diabetes can reduce weight in the medium term, result in improved glycaemic control with fewer medications, and may be more effective than pharmacological alternatives. Challenges include getting a higher proportion of patients referred to and engaged with interventions.
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- Shani Botha
- Faculty of Health Sciences, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, UK
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Blane DN, Macdonald S, Morrison D, O'Donnell CA. The role of primary care in adult weight management: qualitative interviews with key stakeholders in weight management services. BMC Health Serv Res 2017; 17:764. [PMID: 29162111 PMCID: PMC5698950 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-017-2729-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2016] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Primary care has a key role to play in the prevention and management of obesity, but there remain barriers to engagement in weight management by primary care practitioners. The aim of this study was to explore the views of key stakeholders in adult weight management services on the role of primary care in adult weight management. Methods Qualitative study involving semi-structured interviews with nine senior dietitians involved in NHS weight management from seven Scottish health boards. Transcripts were analysed using an inductive thematic approach. Results A range of tensions were apparent within three key themes: weight management service issues, the role of primary care, and communication with primary care. For weight management services, these tensions were around funding, the management model of obesity, and how to configure access to services. For primary care, they were around what primary care should be doing, who should be doing it, and where this activity should fit within wider weight management policy. With regard to communication between weight management services and primary care, there were tensions related to the approach taken (locally adapted versus centralised), the message being communicated (weight loss versus wellbeing), and the response from practitioners (engagement versus resistance). Conclusions Primary care can do more to support adult weight management, but this requires better engagement and communication with weight management services, to overcome the tensions highlighted in this study. This, in turn, requires more secure, sustained funding. The example of smoking cessation in the UK, where there is a network of well-resourced NHS Stop Smoking Services, accessible via different means, could be a model to follow. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12913-017-2729-7) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- David N Blane
- General Practice and Primary Care, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, 1 Horselethill Road, Glasgow, G12 9LX, UK
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- General Practice and Primary Care, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, 1 Horselethill Road, Glasgow, G12 9LX, UK
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- Public Health, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, 1 Lilybank Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RZ, UK
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- General Practice and Primary Care, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, 1 Horselethill Road, Glasgow, G12 9LX, UK. Kate.O'
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Blane DN, McLoone P, Morrison D, Macdonald S, O'Donnell CA. Patient and practice characteristics predicting attendance and completion at a specialist weight management service in the UK: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2017; 7:e018286. [PMID: 29162575 PMCID: PMC5719278 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-018286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine the association between patient and referring practice characteristics and attendance and completion at a specialist health service weight management service (WMS). DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING Regional specialist WMS located in the West of Scotland. PARTICIPANTS 9677 adults with obesity referred between 2012 and 2014; 3250 attending service and 2252 completing. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY OUTCOME MEASURES Primary outcome measure was attendance at the WMS; secondary outcome was completion, defined as attending four or more sessions. ANALYSIS Multilevel binary logistic regression models constructed to determine the association between patient and practice characteristics and attendance and completion. RESULTS Approximately one-third of the 9677 obese adults referred attended at least one session (n=3250, 33.6%); only 2252 (23%) completed by attending four or more sessions. Practice referrals ranged from 1 to 257. Patient-level characteristics were strongest predictors of attendance; odds of attendance increased with age (OR 4.14, 95% CI 3.27 to 5.26 for adults aged 65+ compared with those aged 18-24), body mass index (BMI) category (OR 1.83, 95% CI 1.56 to 2.15 for BMI 45+ compared with BMI 30-35) and increasing affluence (OR 1.96, 95% CI 1.17 to 3.28). Practice-level characteristics most strongly associated with attendance were being a non-training practice, having a larger list size and not being located in the most deprived areas. CONCLUSIONS There was wide variation in referral rates across general practice, suggesting that there is still much to do to improve engagement with weight management by primary care practitioners. The high attrition rate from referral to attendance and from attendance to completion suggests ongoing barriers for patients, particularly those from the most socioeconomically deprived areas. Patient and practice-level characteristics can help us understand the observed variation in attendance at specialist WMS following general practitioner (GP) referral and the underlying explanations for these differences merit further investigation.
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- David N Blane
- General Practice and Primary Care, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Public Health, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Public Health, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- General Practice and Primary Care, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- General Practice and Primary Care, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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Obesity is officially recognised as a chronic disease and a top public health priority by several global societies and healthcare bodies. In some European countries, the majority of the adult population is either overweight or obese, with major implications for patient health and healthcare systems. General practitioners (GPs) are well-placed to tackle this epidemic, yet their engagement with patients is fraught with challenges and barriers. These include time limitations, a lack of evidence base, sensitivities around raising the topic of obesity with patients, inadequate availability of supporting local weight loss services, a lack of training for healthcare professionals (HCPs) on the management of obesity and a limited number of effective therapies. A number of steps need to be implemented to promote engagement between GPs and individuals with obesity. This article provides a European perspective on the obstacles that patients face in accessing healthcare services and discusses a variety of approaches for engaging individuals with obesity and facilitating the management of obesity as a chronic disease.
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- Barbara M McGowan
- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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