Obesity is a growing challenge that affects millions of people worldwide. Despite efforts to stay in shape through diet and exercise, many people struggle to achieve significant and sustainable weight loss. For those with severe obesity, bariatric surgery has emerged as a powerful tool to help them shed excess weight and improve their health.
Dr Mohit Bhandari, Chief Bariatric Surgeon at Pristyn Care and Director of Mohak Bariatrics and Robotics, explains that bariatric surgery can be a life-changing option for people diagnosed with severe obesity. "Bariatric surgery is not a quick fix, but for many patients, it is the most effective way to lose substantial weight when other methods have failed. It can also help in the management of obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension," he said.
What is Bariatric Surgery? Bariatric surgery involves a series of procedures that alter the digestive system to help people lose weight. The three most common types of bariatric surgeries are: - Gastric Bypass: This procedure reduces the size of the stomach and reroutes the digestive system, leading to both decreased food intake and reduced nutrient absorption. - Sleeve Gastrectomy: This surgery removes a portion of the stomach, leaving a smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach that can hold less food.
- Adjustable Gastric Banding: A band is placed around the upper part of the stomach to create a small pouch, limiting food intake. These surgeries work by either reducing the stomach’s ca.