U.S., July 22 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07717333) titled 'Sarcopenia Indicators After Bariatric Surgery' on May 24.
Brief Summary: This prospective observational study aims to evaluate longitudinal changes in sarcopenia-related parameters in patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Obesity and rapid weight loss following bariatric surgery may lead to changes in muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical performance, which are important components of sarcopenia.
Participants will be evaluated before bariatric surgery and during postoperative follow-up visits. Muscle thickness will be assessed using ultrasonography of the femoral muscles. Muscle strength and physical performance will be evalu...