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Weight Loss Surgery May Be Associated with Bone Loss

Posted on September 23, 2008

September 23, 2008 Newswise Weight loss surgery may be linked to deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D and bone loss, according to a new study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM). With the growing epidemic of obesity, many people are opting for surgical procedures to help promote weight loss. While these procedures result in significant and sustained weight loss and reverse many of the complications of obesity, this new study shows there may be harmful effects on calcium and bone metabolism. Our research shows...

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