Bariatric Surgery:

At what weight will they do bariatric surgery?

There isn’t a set weight limit for Bariatric Surgery, it is often recommended for patients to have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 28, but the final decision is made by our Bariatric team and is dependent on the patient’s health history.

Is bariatric surgery high risk?

Bariatric Surgery is overall considered very safe among major surgeries, even safer than gallbladder removal, so it is not a high risk surgery. But, like any major surgery, comes with certain risks arising from the procedure and the anesthesia administered. If a patient is at a higher than average risk, they will be alerted of such and, depending on the risk, will not be cleared for surgery by our Bariatric Team.

Is bariatric surgery permanent?

Gastric Botox and Balloon have a limited effective timespan and therefore are not permanent. Bariatric Surgeries, on the other hand, are expected to be permanent. Some studies have shown and It has been observed that Bariatric surgeries can reverse themselves over time.

Is bariatric surgery painful?

Bariatric Surgery is performed laparoscopically under general anesthesia, thereby incisions are minimal and pain as well as discomfort is very low. Gas pain might arise the first few days post surgery due the alterations to the digestive system. To prevent it, the patient is mobilized just 4 hours after the surgery. At the same time, painkillers and IV fluids are administered as well.

How long does it take from start to finish for bariatric surgery?

The operation, on average, takes 1.5 - 2 hours. Aiming to provide a robust post operative experience, total hospital stay is around 5 days where the patient remains under surveillance in a fully equipped hospital room until discharge. Booking Surgery provides full hospital stays for each Bariatric Surgery to prevent possible complications.

What is the success rate of bariatric surgery?

Weight loss is certain after Bariatric Surgery. With a new diet and an active life, weight loss goals can be easily achieved within a year post surgery. Bariatric Surgery will alleviate hunger and trigger weight loss as long as the patient breaks their old eating habits and doesn't force themselves to eat more.

What is the easiest surgery for weight loss?

Since general anesthesia is administered during surgery, every weight loss surgery is easy to go through. Gastric Sleeve is usually regarded as the “easiest” weight loss surgery as it does not require lifelong usage of Bariatric vitamins post op, but the best surgery specific to a patient’s health history will be recommended by our Bariatric team.

How long does the gastric sleeve last?

Gastric sleeve surgery takes up to an hour to perform and is a permanent surgery. Patients, on average, lose the majority of their excess weight within 6 months after Gastric Sleeve Surgery. Weight loss continues until the patient reaches a healthy Body Mass Index, BMI. Patients,on average, lose 60% of their excess weight within a year after Gastric Sleeve Surgery.

What does a gastric sleeve do?

Gastric Sleeve Surgery done as a laparoscopic surgery, with small incisions in the upper abdomen. These small incisions are called key holes. This surgery removes

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