Monday, September 28, 2015

All About Bariatric Surgery NY

By Della Monroe


Today, millions of people struggle with weight issues. In fact, weight loss is one of the most written about topics in motivation, health and lifestyle books. While it is imperative to maintain a standard weight for your body, losing the excess weight is a hurdle for many people. Some of the turn to bariatric surgery NY for help.

The surgery also known as bypass operation is not given to everyone who wants it. A body mass index is used to filter out deserving patients. Anyone who has a body mass index of 40 and above qualifies. Others who may have a BMI of between 35 and 40 may also go under the knife but only if they have additional obesity-related comorbidities.

There are generally three approaches to weigh less operation. The first approach is purposed at restraining one from consuming huge portions of food as reducing digestion and absorption is the trick behind it. It is done by resecting and re-routing the small intestines into a pouch made in the stomach. The second approach aims at limiting food consumption through reducing the size of the stomach.

The doctor may use any of the above approaches depending on experience, your medical and clinical history as well as your concerns as a patient. Before the procedure, the doctor must guide the patient into the intricate details of the procedure including risks, benefits, complications and other options before choosing one approach.

Two weeks after this surgical procedure, the patient must feed on liquid or blended foods. Their gastrointestinal tracts cannot digest solid foods at this stage. The meals should comprise of proteins as sugars and carbohydrates are prohibited. In addition, the quantity must be monitored because too much will induce vomiting. Life-long multivitamins must be prescribed to replace vitamins lost.

The risks of this operation include contracting infections, hermias or blood clots in the sites of operation. In addition, the weight lost after operation may not be adequate according to the patients unrealistic expectations. This procedure does not guarantee total weight loss. Also, stitches may separate causing further complications.

Despite the above risks, most people experience weight loss of between forty and eighty percent within two or three years. Therefore, the procedure is generally successful for most people although the rate of success may depend on the type of operation performed. In addition, obesity-related comorbidities reduce or go into remission altogether. Ultimately, the individuals are less dependent on medication.

It is important to remember that bariatric surgery is not a license to live how you feel like. A patient must learn to be responsible for their health. Proper diets with well-balanced and healthy meals, physical exercise, and psychological changes are advised by doctors. Living irresponsibly can lead to post-operation weight gain that may be very dangerous. Lastly, a patient must show dedication and a positive mental attitude to the new healthier lifestyle because it is for the long-term.




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