Sarcopenia Indicators After Bariatric Surgery
Recruiting · NCT07717333 · Observational (researchers observe without assigning treatment) · Lead sponsor: Hatice Zehra FERHATLAR
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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 evaluated using handgrip strength, the 5-meter walk test, and the five-times sit-to-stand test. The study aims to investigate the effects of bariatric surgery on muscle function and physical performance over time and to contribute to the early identification of sarcopenia risk in this patient population.
Who can take part
Inclusion criteria
- Adults aged 18 years and older
- Patients scheduled to undergo bariatric surgery
- Ability to participate in physical performance tests
- Ability to provide written informed consent
Exclusion criteria
- Presence of neurological or musculoskeletal disorders affecting muscle strength or physical performance
- Severe cardiopulmonary disease limiting physical activity
- Active malignancy
- Pregnancy
- Inability to complete study assessments
- Refusal to participate in the study
Where it is running
1 location listed.
- Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Education and Research Hospital - Istanbul, KÜÇÜKÇEKMECE, Turkey (Türkiye)