People Tree Institute of Bariatric Surgery
Obesity is having too much body mass. A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher is the usual benchmark for obesity in adults. Obesity is associated with many chronic diseases, many of which can be life-threatening. Exercise and diet alone often fails to effectively treat people with extreme and excessive obesity. Obesity causes increased risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes (Type II), heart disease, stroke, gallstone disease and cancer of breast, prostate and colon etc. Morbidly obese are also subjected to social discrimination. This repeated mental trauma results in psychological illness such as depression. Discrimination at work and employment results in poor socio economic conditions. Morbid Obesity is a significant cause of preventable early deaths.
Bariatric surgery, also called weight loss surgery, is a category of surgical operations intended to help people with obesity lose weight. Bariatric Surgery is the surgical procedure on the stomach and intestines done it such a way that obese loose the excess weight. Benefits of Bariatric surgery are Improved cardiovascular health, Joint pain relief, Long-term remission for type 2 diabetes, Controlling hypertension, elimination of obstructive sleep apnea, Relief of depression, Alleviate other medical conditions prevents various health problems and hazards associated with obesity.
Types Of Bariatric Surgeries Performed Commonly Are
Gastric Bypass – This procedure works in two ways. Most of the stomach is closed off; leaving a small “pouch” that limits your food intake. The small intestine is rerouted slightly so that there is a change in how calories are absorbed by the body.
Gastric sleeve – Part of the stomach is removed, leaving a small sleeve-shaped stomach tube that limits food intake. Also, because the now-smaller stomach produces less of a certain “hunger hormone,” appetite may be reduced.
The Multidisiplinary team for Management of Obesity at People tree hospital Include
- Bariatric Surgeon
- Bariatric Anaesthetist
- Physician
- Physiotherapist
- Psychologist and Psychotherapist
- Bariatric Dietian
Bariatric surgery is a transformative option for people suffering from obesity-related digestive diseases. By addressing the root cause—excess body weight—this surgery can lead to long-term improvements in both digestive and overall health. However, it requires a lifelong commitment to lifestyle changes and careful medical follow-up to maintain the benefits and prevent complications.
Bariatric surgery not only helps patients lose significant amounts of weight but also leads to marked improvements in many obesity-related digestive diseases:
GERD: Symptoms of acid reflux often diminish after weight loss from surgery.
Fatty Liver Disease: Weight reduction can halt or reverse liver damage caused by fat accumulation.
Type 2 Diabetes: Bariatric surgery can improve blood sugar control or even lead to remission, which is closely tied to digestive health.
Lower Cholesterol and Blood Pressure: Improvements in lipid profiles and hypertension reduce the risk of heart disease and other complications.
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery, is a popular and widely used technique in modern bariatric procedures. It involves making small incisions in the abdomen through which specialized instruments, including a laparoscope (a small camera), are inserted to perform the surgery.
Minimally Invasive: Only small incisions (usually 5-12mm) are made, resulting in less tissue damage compared to traditional open surgery.
Faster Recovery: Patients typically experience shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery times, and can resume normal activities sooner.
Reduced Risk of Infection: Since the incisions are smaller, the risk of infection and complications is lower.
Less Postoperative Pain: Due to the minimally invasive nature, patients report less postoperative pain and discomfort.
Improved Cosmetic Outcome: Scarring is minimized due to smaller incisions.
