Treatments

Bariatric surgery is a medical procedure designed to help individuals with severe obesity lose weight and improve overall health. It involves modifying the digestive system to limit food intake, reduce nutrient absorption, or both. This surgery is recommended for people with a high Body Mass Index (BMI) who have not achieved significant weight loss through diet and exercise alone. In addition to weight reduction, bariatric surgery can help manage obesity-related conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and joint problems.

Types of Procedures

• Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y): Reduces stomach size and reroutes digestion for reduced calorie absorption.
• Sleeve Gastrectomy: Removes a portion of the stomach to limit food intake.
• Adjustable Gastric Band: Uses a band to create a smaller stomach pouch.
• Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS): A more complex procedure for severe obesity.

Health Benefits

• Significant long-term weight loss.
• Improved control of diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol levels.
• Reduction in sleep apnea and joint pain.
• Enhanced quality of life and mobility.