Postoperative Vitamin Supplementation in Morbidly Obese Patient (VITAAL Study)

Postoperative Vitamin Supplementation in Morbidly Obese Patient

This study is a double blind randomized controlled trial.

Based on evidence-based literature on vitamins and minerals, there is a cooperation of a manufacturer multivitamin specifically designed for patients with a gastric band and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). These preparations are the proportions adjusted so that the risk of shortages should decrease and on the other hand, excessive levels of nutrients should be avoided. Main objective of this study is to examine whether these new supplements in particular the number of deficiencies in iron, vitamin B12 and vitamin D can be reduced.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients on the waiting list for RYGB or gastric band and meets
• Age between 18-65 years

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Creatinine > 150micromol / L
2. Liver enzymes > 2 times the upper limit
3. Previous surgery on the gastrointestinal tract
4. Intercurrerence disease
5. Gastrointestinal Diseases
6. Psychiatric illness
7. Drugs that affect bone metabolism
8. Known pregnancy