Do Specialized Bariatric Multivitamins Lower Deficiencies After Sleeve Gastrectomy?

ConclusionsVitamin deficiencies are common, and postoperative nutritional management after SG is underestimated. The use of a specialized multivitamin supplement resulted in higher mean serum concentrations and less deficiencies of vitamin B1, folic acid, and vitamin B12. This study shows that SG patients benefit from the specialized multivitamin supplements, but adjustments are required for iron and vitamin B6 content.
Source: Obesity Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research