Top 6 Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

June 24, 2016

Unusual weight gain is followed by numerous attempts of weight loss like diets, exercise, behavioral modification, and drugs. When nothing seems to work for those extra pounds, patients opt for bariatric surgery. There has been an exponential increase in number of bariatric surgeries in past few years.

Here are the top 6 benefits of Bariatric Surgery –

1) Longevity
Obesity can lead to death, as it is a medical condition which is the root cause of many other diseases like type II diabetes and others. After bariatric surgery an obese person can live longer as compared to others with untreated obesity.

2) Freedom from related diseases
Patients who go through bariatric surgery show reduced or no symptoms of diseases that co- exist with obesity. The diseases related to obesity include high blood pressure, sleep apnea, asthma, acid reflux, type II diabetes, fatty liver disease, etc.

3) Psychological Prosperity
Obesity harms an individual physically as well as psychologically.  Individual may face inability in: controlling their consumption of food, doing exercise, and sticking to a strict diet. Weight loss re-energizes individuals and makes them hopeful for a better life.

4) Enhanced Quality  of life
After significant weight loss it is easy to get back to a normal life. The outcomes include enhanced physical functions like mobility, self esteem, employability and sexual functions.

5) Healthy Heart
Obesity is associated with hypertension, insulin resistance, heart failure and dyslipidemia. Bariatric surgery improves the function of heart and reduces the risk of cardio vascular diseases.

6) Fast Recovery
Bariatric surgery is a kind of laparoscopic surgery which is minimally invasive. Usually patients get discharged in just 3 days post surgery. Type 2 Diabetic patients have control on diabetes in next 48 hours of the surgery.

Apart from all the benefits, patients feel socially and psychologically uplifted. Self confidence is the most important ingredient of a successful life and that’s what a bariatric patient achieves in just few months post surgery. If you are having BMI greater than 30 and suffering from co-morbidity, don’t waste a day. Consult a bariatric surgeon immediately to lead a healthy life full of confidence. Call 98930-37790 to book an appointment with Dr. Mohit Bhandari (Bariatric, Metabolic & Robotic Surgeon).