People with obesity can lose weight by undergoing bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery. Your physician may recommend bariatric surgery if other methods of weight loss haven’t worked. This is because obesity is perceived as posing a more severe health risk than surgery.
During bariatric surgery, your digestive system is modified to control how many calories you can consume and absorb. This usually involves your stomach, but sometimes it also involves the small intestine. They can also reduce your gut’s signals that tell your brain that you are hungry.
Many metabolic diseases, such as diabetes and fatty liver disease, can be treated and prevented through these procedures. However, weight loss surgery is not an instant fix for obesity. Changing your lifestyle requires preparation beforehand, as well as long-term changes after the fact.
What is the purpose of bariatric surgery?
It is the most effective long-term treatment for obesity in class III that involves bariatric surgery. People with class III obesity have a difficult time losing weight through diet alone, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). If your body perceives your higher weight as “normal,” it will continue to try to reach that weight. A bariatric procedure changes the way your body processes what you eat, which allows you to maintain sustained weight loss and health by making healthy diet and lifestyle changes.
Can bariatric surgery treat a wide range of conditions?
It is widely acknowledged that obesity is linked to many chronic diseases, many of which can be fatal. Surgery and weight loss greatly improve these conditions and risk factors. Yes, candidates for bariatric surgery may already be suffering from or be at risk for any of these diseases:
- High cholesterol.
- High blood pressure.
- High blood sugar.
- Type 2 diabetes.
- Heart disease.
- Kidney disease.
- Obstructive sleep apnea.
- Osteoarthritis.
- Non-alcohol-related fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
- Cancer.
Dr Sunilkumar Alur is an expert and the best bariatric surgeon in Bangalore right now. He has completed several bariatric surgeries at his clinic. His clinic has state-of-the-art medical technology teamed up with Dr Alur’s up-to-date knowledge of bariatric medicine and surgery. is patients are happily living healthy, obesity-free life!
How is the patient prepared for bariatric surgery?
Having bariatric surgery requires that you be physically and mentally fit, so it is imperative to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider before scheduling surgery. A team of specialists will examine your physical and mental health while discussing the risks and benefits.
The surgeon may need to run medical screening tests to verify that you are a qualified candidate for surgery. It’s mandatory to quit smoking, using drugs, or drinking excessively before you can qualify for surgery. This is something your healthcare team can assist you with.
Preparation for your operation may also include following a pre-bariatric surgery diet. The aim is to reduce the fat inside your abdomen, where the procedure will be performed, ensuring a safer operation with a lower risk of complications. There will be specific guidelines that your surgeon will give you.
What is the procedure for weight loss or bariatric surgery?
The majority of weight loss surgeries are minimally invasive (laparoscopic). You will be able to heal faster with fewer incisions, have less pain, and have less scarring compared with traditional open surgery. The specific conditions of some patients necessitate open surgery in very rare cases.
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