Clinical and Nutritional Aspects in Obese Women During the First Year After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
January 2015
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Studysummary This study found that Roux-en-Y gastric bypass was effective in significant weight loss and improved lipid profiles in obese women during the first postoperative year, though some experienced alopecia, asthenia, dry skin, and cramps. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
The study evaluated the clinical and nutritional outcomes of 61 obese women during the first year after undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Significant reductions in weight, BMI, and waist circumference were observed, with an average weight loss of 36.6% and a 75% loss of excessive weight. Improvements in lipid profiles were also noted. Common postoperative issues included alopecia, asthenia, dry skin, and cramps. Overall, the surgery was effective in promoting and maintaining weight loss during the first year.