The rising state of obesity among women
Obesity is one of the leading causes of health-related disorder and has reached epidemic proportions not only in developed nations but also in developing countries like India.
The predominance of overweight and obesity is higher among urban women than the rural woman in India. Over 23% of women in the urban region are either overweight or obese compared with just 7% of women in rural areas. Among mega cities in India, the commonness of overweight/obesity is increasing quickly in South India populace compared to other studies carried out in India with Chennai having the maximum (39%) proportion of overweight or obese urban women, trailed by Hyderabad (34%), and Kolkata (30%).
However, women are now more aware of the diseases they are prone to [develop] because of obesity, such as hypertension, breast cancer, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, difficulty in conceiving and joint problems and hence are opting for bariatric surgery.
WEIGHT LOSS THROUGH BARIATRIC SURGERY
Bariatric surgery has become a well-known alternative for obese women. Among the various types of bariatric surgeries, the most popular ones for women are ESG (Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty) and SILS (Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery).
ESG: Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty is a novel type of non-surgical weight-loss procedure. Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty decreases the size of your stomach utilizing an endoscopic suturing device to reduce the risk of operative complications. In India, it is only done at Mohak Bariatrics & Robotics. Dr. Mohit Bhandari is specialized in this procedure.
SILS: From several incisions to one. Offering patients the most up-to-date advancement in surgery, the SILS technique replaces the three to four incisions required by standard laparoscopic surgeries with only one cut/incision in the belly button. The advantages to patients include the potential eradication of noticeable scars and the pain related with multiple points of entry. Mohak Bariatrics & Robotics is the highest volume SILS procedure center in India with 1500+ cases.
The process of rapid urbanization and changing lifestyles in India and other developing countries has brought obesity. Further, it is the need of the hour to set guidelines for detection of obesity to enable early recognition of obesity, so that early and prompt treatment or preventive actions can be started and huge hidden burden of future obesity health consequences can be reduced.
If you are also struggling with weight issues, schedule a free consultation with Team Mohak Bariatrics & Robotics on call +91-97373-67367.