Schizophrenia
Conditions
Keywords
Schizophrenia, Overweight, Cardiovascular Risk, Obesity
Brief summary
To analyse the progress of modifiable metabolic risk factors (Blood pressure, cigarette smoking, waist perimeter, BMI, glycemia and lipidic profile) in schizophrenic patients with overweight for 12 months. To analyse the perceived health status and the level of functioning and disability of patients with schizophrenia and overweight and their progress at 3, 6 and 12 months. To assess the progress of the symptoms of the disease at 6 and 12 months.
Detailed description
Consecutive patient sampling. Any investigational site four consecutive patients with diagnosis of Schizophrenia (DSM-IV TR) and Overweight (BMI more or equal to 25 Kg/m2)
Interventions
non-interventional
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Patients with diagnosis of schizophrenia, schizophreniform or schizoaffective disorder (DSM-IV TR) * Patients with BMI (body mass index) more or equal to 25 Kg/m2 * Patients or their legal representative have provided written informed consent
Exclusion criteria
* Patients are unable to complete or to understand health questionnaires in Spanish language * Patients are currently enrolled on clinical trials or other investigational studies
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Evolution of modifiable metabolic risk factors (Blood pressure, cigarette smoking, waist perimeter, BMI, glycemia and lipidic profile) in schizophrenic patients with overweight for 12 months. | 12 months |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Current Pattern of Treatment in this Population | 12 months |
| Cardiovascular Risk | 12 months |
| To assess the progress of the symptoms and clinical evolution of the disease | 12 months |
| Patient Functional Impairment | 12 months |
| Patient Quality of Life | 12 months |