Effects of Bariatric Surgery in Male Obesity-Associated Hypogonadism.

Functional hypogonadism is prevalent in obese men, and we must be aware of this diagnosis. Although studies defining the best diagnostic parameters and indication of adequate hormone replacement therapy are lacking, an increase in TT levels during the first 6 months after bariatric surgery was identified in our study. Previous studies have shown that gonadal function can normalize after metabolic improvement.