Bariatric Surgery
Why it's done
Bariatric surgery is done to help you lose excess weight and reduce your risk of potentially life-threatening weight-related health problems, including:
Heart disease and stroke
High blood pressure
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Sleep apnea
Type 2 diabetes
Bariatric surgery is typically done only after you've tried to lose weight by improving your diet and exercise habits. (Source: Mayo Clinic).
What is Bariatric Surgery & what are its benefits?
Who it's for
In general, bariatric surgery could be an option for you if:
Your body mass index (BMI) is 40 or higher (extreme obesity).
Your BMI is 35 to 39.9 (obesity), and you have a serious weight-related health problem, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or severe sleep apnea. In some cases, you may qualify for certain types of weight-loss surgery if your BMI is 30 to 34 and you have serious weight-related health problems.
Bariatric surgery isn't for everyone who is severely overweight. You may need to meet certain medical guidelines to qualify for weight-loss surgery. You likely will have an extensive screening process to see if you qualify. You must also be willing to make permanent changes to lead a healthier lifestyle.
Types of Bariatric Surgery
1. Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.
2. Sleeve gastrectomy.
3. Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch.
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