Abstract:Low levels of 25(OH) vitamin D [25(OH)D] are frequent in obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Hypovitaminosis D is a concern in these patients, since it could contribute to the bone loss seen after surgery, and potentially increase fracture risk . Despite post-operative supplementation, 25(OH)D often remains below recommended levels following surgery. Guidelines recommend that vitamin D levels are determined preoperatively. Nevertheless, the systematic determination of 25(OH)D in thousands of patients … Show more
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