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[Bariatric surgery: how and why to supplement].
Livia Azevedo Bordalo1, Tatiana Fiche Sales Teixeira, Josefina Bressan
1Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, MG. livia_bordalo@hotmail.com
Revista Da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)
|March 11, 2011
Summary
Bariatric surgery patients face higher risks of nutrient deficiencies. Nutritional supplementation is crucial for preventing and treating these deficiencies, requiring careful selection for effective patient management.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Outcomes
Context:
- Bariatric surgery alters anatomy, impacting nutrient intake and absorption.
- Patients are susceptible to various micronutrient and protein deficiencies.
- Post-surgical nutritional status requires careful monitoring and management.
Purpose:
- To review literature on micronutrient deficiencies post-bariatric surgery.
- To guide the selection of appropriate nutrient supplementation strategies.
- To support clinical practice in managing nutritional health in bariatric patients.
Summary:
- A systematic review identified literature on nutritional deficiencies after bariatric surgery.
- Nutritional supplementation is essential for preventing and treating these deficiencies.
- Effective supplementation depends on understanding nutrient administration and patient factors.
Impact:
- Informs clinical decisions regarding nutrient replacement in bariatric surgery patients.
- Aims to optimize nutritional outcomes and prevent long-term health complications.
- Provides a foundation for evidence-based nutritional care protocols.
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