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All About Bariatric Surgery NY

By Lena Stephenson


There are individuals who have tried pills, diets and workouts to lose weight without success. Another viable alternative is Bariatric surgery NY. It is effective and has gained widespread popularity in the recent past because of its benefits. Risks of getting the operation are acceptable and obesity related health conditions such as sleep apnea, hypertension and diabetes can be reduced.

Bariatric surgery is only carried out under certain conditions. Firstly, an individual considering the operation should have a body mass index of above 40. If it is between 35 and 40, they need to have obesity related health complications such as diabetes and hypertension. In addition, the operation should be the last option having unsuccessfully tried all other methods of weight loss.

There are three types of weight loss operation. However, all of them seek to limit the amount of food you can take. Others may affect how food is digested or nutrients absorbed into the body. The approach to surgery depends on patient medical and surgical history and surgeon experience. Before the operation, the doctor will discuss each of the approach, its risk and efficiency before settling on the most suitable for your situation.

Limiting the intake of food is possible through a reduction in the size of the stomach by removing a portion of it. This type of operation also known as gastric band operation uses sleeve gasterectomy to remove a portion of the stomach. Interfering with digestion or absorption involves re-secting and re-routing the small intestines to a stomach pouch also referred to as gastric bypass operation.

After the surgical procedure, most people experience weight loss of between 40 and 80% within two or three years. Although the results depend on the type of procedure taken, the procedure is successful for most people. In majority of the cases, co-morbidities are reduced or go into remission altogether. In addition, most people observe that over time they rely on less and less medication.

Just like any other major surgery, Bariatric operation has its risks. For instance, weight loss may be inadequate; no one is assured of drastic weight loss. Also, there is the risk of hernias, blood clots as well as infections. Separated stitches are some of the technical problems that may arise.

The operation is not a license to live carefree. Even after undergoing the cut, the patient has to be extremely cautious about their lifestyle to live healthy and prevent post operation weight gain. Well balanced and healthy diet, physical activity and psychological change are necessary lifestyle adjustments. In addition, patients should demonstrate dedication and positive attitude to maintain a healthy lifestyle after the operation.

For two weeks after the operation, the patient should feed on clear liquids until the gastrointestinal tract is able to handle more solid foods. Blended foods containing protein and with no sugar or carbohydrates are recommended for the first two weeks. In addition, the amount the patient feeds on has to be constantly monitored to prevent overeating that will lead to nausea and vomiting. Lastly, patients will have to take a multivitamin for the rest of their lives to compensate for mal-absorption.




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