**7. Preventive strategies of nutritional deficiencies**

Since increased adherence with follow-up is associated with improved outcomes, various strategies should be implemented to minimize attrition. Addressing the problem of non-adherence in BS will require the support of qualified healthcare professionals [10, 15]. Multidisciplinary teams with strong communication skills and the involvement of behavioral health experts assist in identifying and addressing compliance barriers. The following strategies may help to improve adherence in the bariatric patients and prevent nutritional deficiencies:


*Nutritional Deficiencies Post Bariatric Surgery: A Forgotten Area Impacting Long-Term Success... DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.95123*

