Frequent asked questions
Studies show that bariatric surgery can improve and resolve many co-morbid conditions. A review of more than 22,000 bariatric surgery patients has shown:
- Improvement in or complete resolution of conditions including type 2 diabetes, hyper tension, and sleep apnoea
- 61.2% reduction of excess weight
Patients must meet specific criteria before they will be considered for Bariatric surgical procedures
- Body Mass Index (BMI) of greater than 40
- BMI of > 35 accompanied byone or more co-morbidities- that include diabetes, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, obstructive sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, hyperlipidemia, metabolic syndrome, polycystic ovarian disease etc.
How much weight you lose after surgery depends on the type of surgery performed and your level of commitment to nutrition and exercise goals.
One is expected to lose up to 60 to 80 percent of your excess weight within one to two years of surgery.
Yes. Bariatric Surgery has shown to cure diabetes in 83% of patients and reduce the dose of Insulin & diabetic medictions in 17%.
The control of hypertension and thyroid problems also become better. Obstructive sleep apnoea patients and fertility disorder (PCOD) show remarkable improvement.
It also significantly improves joint problems and gives better outcomes for those considering knee replacement surgery for osteoarthritis