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The risk of fractures after weight-loss surgery may be even higher than previously thought.



A new study shows that the risk of fractures after weight-loss surgery may be even higher than previously thought.
People who undergo surgery to lose weight, such as gastric bypass, have an increased risk for bone fractures. There is 1.8-fold increased risk of fracture compared to the general population. Researchers noted the odds of breaking the feet or hands are even higher -- about three times higher than normal. A negative effect on bone health that may increase the risk of fractures is an important consideration for people considering bariatric surgery and those who have undergone it.


The study noted patients who got more physical activity before surgery had a lower risk of fracture than those who were more sedentary. The researchers concluded additional studies are needed to not only explain the link between weight loss surgery and fractures but also to determine the best way to prevent these breaks from happening in the first place

 

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