Document Type
Original Article
Abstract
Background: The restrictive bariatric procedure known as laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) was a well-developed technique. Theoretically, LSG reduces micronutrient deficits and related problems often seen after malabsorptive treatments.
Objective: Evaluation of iron markers and the occurrence of iron shortage within one year in patients following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG).
Methods: Forty (40) obese individuals were enrolled in the study, with each patient consenting. Every patient underwent an iron profile assessment encompassing serum iron, ferritin, total iron binding capacity (TIBC), and transferrin saturation tests. The impact of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy on iron deficiency was assessed one year after the surgery.
Results: Hemoglobin level, serum iron, and hematocrit values were statistically significantly decreased after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy 10.96 ± 0.62 vs. 12.05 ± 0.62 g/dl, 34.48 ± 9.64 vs. 45.13 ± 5.96 mg/dL and 35.11 ± 2.55 vs. 37.80 ± 3.25 % respectively.
Conclusion: The successful surgery for treating morbid obesity and the inflammatory condition's causes is laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. However, iron deficiency has significantly developed a year after surgery.
Keywords
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy; Iron Indices; Obesity; Prospective Study
Subject Area
General Surgery
How to Cite This Article
Mahmoud, Mohamed Hafez; Ali, Osama Othman; Abd El-Moez, Ahmed; and Shafek, Saleh Ahmed
(2024)
"A Short Term Study on the Effect of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Operation on Iron Absorption Process in Obese Patient,"
Al-Azhar International Medical Journal: Vol. 5:
Iss.
5, Article 32.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58675/2682-339X.2434
