Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Bone Mineral Density: Observational Study of 110 Patients Followed up in a Specialized Center for the Treatment of Obesity in France

ConclusionThere was a clinically significant reduction in BMD at 6  months after surgery in over 60% of patients undergoing bariatric surgery. BMD loss is persistent over time and predominantly situated at the femoral level, and strongly associated with weight loss. Systematic vitamin and calcium supplementation, as well as follow-up by DEXA scan seems appropriate . Systematic DEXA scan pre- and post-surgery, and annually thereafter until weight has stabilized seems appropriate.
Source: Obesity Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research