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| Bariatric Surgery Risks Bariatric Surgery Indications
Bariatric surgery is intended for people who are 100 pounds or more overweight (with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater) and who have not had success with other, less risky weight loss therapies such as diet, exercise, and medications.In some cases, a person with a BMI of 35 or greater and one or more co-morbid condition may be considered for bariatric surgery.
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Important Considerations
Bariatric surgery should not be considered until you and your doctor have explored all other options. The best approach to bariatric surgery calls for a discussion of the following: - | Bariatric surgery is not cosmetic surgery. | - | Bariatric surgery does not involve the removal of adipose tissue (fat) by suction or surgical removal. | - | Together, you and your doctor should discuss the benefits and risks. | - | You must commit to long-term lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, which are key to the success of bariatric surgery. | - | Complications after surgery may require further operations. | - | Patients who underwent bariatric surgery have significantly reduced rates of developing cancer, cardiovascular diseases, endocrinological disorders, infectious diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, and respiratory disorders. 6 |
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Risks Associated with Abdominal Surgery - | Bleeding | - | Pain | - | Shoulder pain | - | Pneumonia | - | Complications due to anesthesia and medications | - | Deep vein thrombosis | - | Injury to stomach, esophagus, or surrounding organs | - | Infection | - | Pulmonary embolism | - | Stroke or Heart Attack | - | Death |
Note: Risks are associated with any type of surgery, including abdominal surgery. These risks are greater for individuals who suffer from obesity. |
Risks Associated with Bariatric Surgery - | Abdominal hernia | - | Chest pain | - | Collapsed lung | - | Constipation or diarrhea | - | Dehydration | - | Enlarged heart | - | Gallstones, pain from passing a gallstone, inflammation of the gallbladder, or surgery to remove the gallbladder | - | Gastrointestinal inflammation or swelling | - | Stoma obstruction | - | Stretching of the stomach | - | Surgical procedure repeated | - | Vomiting and nausea |
Note: Your weight, age and medical history play a significant role in determining your specific risks. Your surgeon can inform you about your specific risks for bariatric surgery. |
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