Bone mineral density changes after bariatric surgery

ConclusionAll patients were found to have decreased BMD after RYGB and SG. Surgery type was not a significant risk factor in BMD change. Despite vitamin D and calcium supplementation in all patients, a decrease in vitamin D and calcium levels were associated with a decrease in BMD. Close follow-up and treatment of vitamin D and calcium levels are warranted in all bariatric patients.Graphic abstract
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research