DEEP-Project

In search of the mechanisms of hypoglycaemia after bariatric surgery

Bariatric (weight-reducing) surgery is a recognized treatment option for obesity. A previously underestimated and potentially serious consequence of bariatric surgery is the occurrence of hypoglycemia after ingestion of meals (so-called postprandial hypoglycaemia). The aim of this research project is to better understand the causes and effects of postprandial hypoglycemia. The project is conducted in close collaboration with national and international experts and implements state-of-the-art techniques to study metabolism (e.g. metabolic imaging with stable isotopes and mathematical modelling of sugar metabolism). The findings will be used to better understand and treat postprandial hypoglycaemia.

Financial Support

  • Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF)
  • Dexcom IIS
  • Diabetes Center Berne (DCB)

Collaborations

  • German Sport University Cologne, Germany: Prof. Mario Thevis
  • University hospital Lausanne: Dr. Eric Grouzman
  • University of Padova, Italy: Prof. Dr. Chiara Dalla Man, Prof. Simone Del Favero, Prof. Andrea Facchinetti
  • ETH Zurich: Prof. Stefan Feuerriegel
  • University of St. Gallen: Prof. Dr. Felix Wortmann
  • Centre de Recherche en Nutrition Humaine Rhône-Alpes, France: Dr. Valérie Sauvinet

Principal Investigators