Currently, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (2015) recommends that women who have undergone bariatric surgery be assessed for vitamin and nutritional suiciency. When indicated, vitamins Bl2 and D, folic acid, and calcium supplementation are given. Vitamin A deficiency is also possible (Chagas, 2013). Women with a gastric band should be monitored by their bariatric team during pregnancy because adjustments of the band may be necessary. Finally, special vigilance is appropriate for signs of internal herniation with intestinal obstruction (Stuart, 2017; Wx, 2013).
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