Sarcopenia After Bariatric Surgery: Changes in Muscle and Function

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This prospective observational study follows adults undergoing bariatric surgery to track changes in sarcopenia-related measures. Researchers will measure muscle thickness with ultrasound, and assess strength and performance using handgrip strength, a 5-meter walk test, and the five-times sit-to-stand test, before surgery and at follow-up visits. The goal is to understand how rapid weight loss and obesity treatment impact muscle function and to help identify early sarcopenia risk in this patient population. Results may inform monitoring and potential interventions to preserve muscle health after bariatric procedures.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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's running

• Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Education and Research Hospital
  Istanbul, Küçükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Hatice Z FERHATLAR
• Email: haticezehraferhatlar@gmail.com
• Phone: +905367387869

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.