Title
Postoperative Vitamin Supplementation in Morbidly Obese Patient (VITAAL Study)
Postoperative Vitamin Supplementation in Morbidly Obese Patient
Phase
Phase 4Lead Sponsor
Rijnstate HospitalStudy Type
InterventionalStatus
Completed No Results PostedIndication/Condition
Obesity Vitamin DeficiencyIntervention/Treatment
multivitamins ...Study Participants
300This 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.
Randomization between optimal multivitamins for bariatric surgery and normal over the counter multivitamins (in Gastric Band patients)
Randomization between optimal multivitamins for bariatric surgery and normal over the counter multivitamins (in Gastric Band patients)
Randomization between optimal multivitamins for bariatric surgery and normal over the counter multivitamins (in RYGB patients
Randomization between optimal multivitamins for bariatric surgery and normal over the counter multivitamins (in RYGB patients)
Randomization between optimal multivitamins for bariatric surgery and normal over the counter multivitamins (in Gastric Sleeve patients)
Randomization between optimal multivitamins for bariatric surgery and normal over the counter multivitamins (in Gastric Sleeve patients)
Inclusion Criteria: Patients on the waiting list for RYGB or gastric band and meets Age between 18-65 years Exclusion Criteria: Creatinine > 150micromol / L Liver enzymes > 2 times the upper limit Previous surgery on the gastrointestinal tract Intercurrerence disease Gastrointestinal Diseases Psychiatric illness Drugs that affect bone metabolism Known pregnancy