Abstract
Bariatric surgery is the effective long- term efficient weight loss therapy for severe obesity. Potential nutritional derangements after bariatric surgery arising from degree of malabsorption, triggered by change of dietary habits, maldigestive symptoms, occasional food intolerance, change in satiety regulation, poor food choice, or simply by restriction of food intake can be avoided through detailed and continuous nutritional education.
Author presents algorithms for post-surgical patient follow-up, timings, meal progression and diet composition as well as relevant clinical, lab and nutritional checks linked to particular bariatric procedures. Recommended dosages of proteins, micronutrient supplementation after malabsorptive, restrictive or combined bariatric surgery according contemporary guidelines are summarized.
Overall multidisciplinary support is extremely important in achieving long term success and preventing possible serious clinical disorders as well.