Jahasz-Pocsine and co-workers found a correlation between gastric bypass surgery and neurological complications. In gastric bypass surgery, the stomach can be made smaller so as to hold less food and thus promote weight loss. Surgeons performed gastric bypass surgery on 150 patients at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Neurology Clinic. Of the 150 patients, 26 experienced neurological complications related to the surgery. What is the most likely cause for the neurological complications?

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The most likely cause for neurological complications following gastric bypass surgery is nutrient (for example, vitamin and mineral) deficiencies. This is because the surgery limits the amount of food intake and can also affect the absorption of nutrients, which are essential for proper neurological function.

Jahasz-Pocsine and Co-Workers Found a Correlation Between Gastric Bypass Surgery