The prevalence of obesity in India has doubled over the past decade. A large percentage of people in urban areas suffer from obesity, with women at higher risk. It is also more common in well-educated families and wealthy households with age.
What is Obesity?
Obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. The BMI is calculated by dividing the weight in kilograms by the square of the height in meters.
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What health conditions does morbid obesity contribute to?
Morbid obesity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure, hypercholesterolemia, sleep apnea, respiratory failure, obesity-hypoventilation syndrome, asthma and bronchitis, degenerative disease of the lumbosacral spine, degenerative arthritis of the distressing joints, gall bladder disease or stress , venous congestion disease, depression and some cancers.
What is Bariatric Surgery or Metabolic Surgery?
This concerns a group of operations performed on the stomach and small intestine to induce long-term weight loss, along with treating health problems such as diabetes, blood pressure, arthritis, etc.
How is the bariatric / metabolic surgery performed?
Bariatric surgery is performed using the keyhole (laparoscopic). Laparoscopic procedures are performed through small incisions and therefore have the advantage of being associated with less pain, faster recovery and fewer wound complications.
How does bariatric surgery help reduce weight and control metabolic problems?
The surgery helps by limiting the amount of food and the amount of food you eat. It improves insulin secretion and decreases insulin resistance. Bariatric surgery also causes hormonal manipulation, which involves suppressing appetite stimulating hormones.
Who Would Benefit From Surgery?
People with a BMI greater than 35 or a BMI of 32 with comorbid obesity conditions such as cardiopulmonary problems, diabetes, or sleep apnea may be considered for surgery if they fail medical therapy.
What types of bariatric / metabolic surgeries are performed?
- Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Laparoscopic gastrectomy with a vertical sleeve
- Laparoscopic mini gastric bypass
What Are The Health Benefits Of Weight Loss Surgery?
- An average of 60-70% of excessive body weight loss a year after surgery
- Patients retain 60% of excess body weight loss after 10 to 14 years of bariatric surgery
- 80-90% cure or improvement in related health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, hyperlipidemia, polycystic ovaries, joint pain, and fatty liver
- Patients report improved quality of life and increased activity after weight loss surgery
- Improved fertility
For more information, please contact:
Dr. KS Lakshmi
Senior Consultant – Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery
Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Lakdi-ka-pul
Call: 77020 51777; 91004 95361
Learn more: www.gleneaglesglobalhospitallakdikapul.com
Disclaimer: The views / suggestions / opinions expressed in the article are the sole responsibility of the experts and the hospital concerned.
