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The CANadian Pediatric Weight management Registry (CANPWR): study protocol
Katherine M Morrison1, Samah Damanhoury, Annick Buchholz
1Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada. kmorrison@mcmaster.ca.
BMC Pediatrics
|June 25, 2014
Summary
The Canadian Pediatric Weight management Registry (CANPWR) tracks children with obesity in weight management programs. This study analyzes factors influencing their progress and program completion for better care.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Public Health
- Clinical Research
Background:
- Pediatric obesity rates have surged globally, necessitating effective interventions.
- Family-based lifestyle changes offer modest benefits but require more clinical data.
- Understanding real-world outcomes is crucial for improving pediatric weight management services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document changes in anthropometrics, lifestyle, and co-morbidities in Canadian children in weight management programs over three years.
- To identify factors influencing treatment outcomes and program attrition.
- To establish a foundation for future research and enhance care for pediatric obesity.
Main Methods:
- Prospective, multi-centre cohort study of 1,600 children (2-17 years) in Canadian weight management centers.
- Data collection at baseline and 6, 12, 24, and 36 months.
- Primary outcomes: BMI z-score changes; secondary outcomes: anthropometric, cardiometabolic, lifestyle, and psychosocial variables.
Main Results:
- Data collection is ongoing; results will detail changes in BMI z-scores and associated factors.
- Analysis will identify key determinants of weight management success and attrition.
- Findings will inform clinical practice and future research directions.
Conclusions:
- The CANPWR registry provides a vital platform for understanding pediatric obesity management in Canada.
- It will address critical issues in clinical care and facilitate evidence-based interventions.
- Ultimately, this research aims to improve weight management outcomes for children and their families.
