LSG is an effective procedure for the treatment of morbid obesity and its associated inflammatory state. One year after surgery, development of iron deficiency was insignificant.
Massive weight loss in morbidly obese patients induced by LSG causes a significant decrease in CRP levels, which could reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases in these patients.
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