A Guide To Bariatric Surgery NY

By Lena Stephenson


When diets, workouts and other weight loss options have failed, there is one more option available. Bariatric surgery NY is also called obesity or weight loss surgery that is effective and widely acceptable alternative. The operative risk is within the acceptable range and helps to relieve other obesity related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and sleep apnea.

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.

The weight loss operation may be in three forms. The first aims to limit the amount of food consumed, while the others interfere with digestion and absorption of nutrients into the body. The operating surgeon is at liberty to use either of the approaches depending on his or her experience and patient medical and surgical history, of course, with the consent of their patient.

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.

Obesity operation is largely successful. It results to 40 to 80% weight-loss within two to three years after the operation. These results, however, depend on the procedure chosen. Patients also have reduced obesity co-morbidities such as diabetes and high blood pressure. In other patients, the co-morbidities go into remission. They also use fewer medicines and may discontinue use altogether.

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 weight loss operation is not a fix-all for weight problems. After the operation, one has to be weight conscious and live healthy. Lifestyle adjustments are necessary to keep one from regaining the lost weight. Proper diet, good exercises and psychological change are all necessary to live a healthy post operation life. In addition, it is imperative to have a positive mental attitude and the dedication to change your lifestyle.

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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