Repercussions of bariatric surgery on bone mineral density: a comparative analysis between Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy

Key Points

• Minimal bone loss was observed in patients undergoing bariatric surgery, particularly in Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
• Only a small percentage of patients displayed significant reductions in bone mineral density despite the type of surgery.
• The analysis suggests low calcium and vitamin D intake as prominent factors influencing bone health post-surgery.
• Further exploration into nutritional support following bariatric procedures may be essential to protect bone density.

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