Are You Considering Weight Loss Surgery?
Weight loss surgery has always been the most drastic option
for those experiencing obesity. In the past weight loss surgery was very risky
and often involved cutting into the intestines and stapling or re-routing.
Today, although there are still several types of weight loss surgery that are
invasive and difficult to reverse, as the technology available to surgeons
improves and technique is refined, weight loss surgery is now easier and less
risky than in the past. Many patients, who are desperate to loose weight, now
look more favourably on weight loss surgery. As with any surgery, however there
are a number of potential risks involved, including serious complications and
even death.
Weight loss can be extremely frustrating and for some
people, exercise and dietary changes either do not seem to help them loose
their excess weight or they have great difficulty in starting or maintaining an
appropriate regime. Obesity is associated with a host of health and
psychological problems. Overweight people are more prone to experiencing heart
problems, elevated blood pressure, diabetes and other health conditions. In
addition people who are morbidly obese often have a shorter lifespan.
Furthermore being overweight is often hard on a person’s self esteem and
feeling of self worth. Being obese can affect a person’s whole outlook on life.
There are millions of people around the world that look to diet, exercise and
even behaviour therapy in order to shed the weight. Unfortunately, these
methods are sometimes ineffective or difficult to implement and require a
continuing effort to reach and maintain the required goal. Those who are
morbidly obese generally have greater difficulty in losing weight and in some
circumstances, weight loss surgery is considered the best option.
As it is becoming safer and less invasive, weight loss
surgery is becoming an increasingly popular option. There are a number of
weight loss surgery options available to the potential patient. One of the
newer types of surgery is called the Lap-Band. The Lap-Band system is placed on
a patient’s stomach to restrict the amount of food and liquids that can enter
the stomach. This type of weigh loss surgery does not affect the normal
digestion of food or nutrients. Another type of weight loss surgery is called malabsorptive.
This weight loss surgery is more invasive, or requires more internal surgery,
than other types. This surgery shortens the digestive tract and restricts the
number of calories that can be absorbed into the body. Combinations of
restrictive and malabsorptive weight loss surgery techniques are also commonly
used. This means that the surgery restricts the amount of food in the stomach
and reduces the amount of calories absorbed in the body.
If you are considering weight loss surgery, these are some
of the options that are worth considering. If conventional weight loss methods
have failed, speak to your doctor about surgical options. Each type of weigh
loss surgery has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is vital to consult
with a specialized and knowledgeable weight loss surgeon to ascertain if weight
loss surgery is right for you. People with some health conditions and other
problems may not be good candidates for the surgery.
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