Study how bariatric surgery may affect bone strength
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial studies whether bariatric surgery (bypass or sleeve) changes bone loss in postmenopausal women with obesity. It may help doctors understand who is at higher risk for weaker bones and how to prevent it.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman after menopause (your last period was more than 12 months ago)
- You have obesity with a BMI of 35 or higher
- You are scheduled for bariatric surgery, choosing either RYGB or SG, and you’ve never had bariatric surgery before
- You can and will sign informed consent
- You are not currently using bone-impacting treatments (like osteoporosis medicines) besides calcium and/or vitamin D
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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