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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to your questions: Explore our Frequently Asked Questions section for detailed information about our procedures. We are here to provide you with the clarity you need to make informed decisions.
General questions
Bariatric surgery is a type of weight loss surgery that involves making changes to your digestive system to help you lose weight. It is typically recommended for people who are severely obese and have been unable to lose weight through other methods.
We perform a thorough medical history and examination of our patients to evaluate if they are candidates, but in general, if you have a BMI of up to 35 kg/m2 or less, with an obesity-related disease such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, fatty liver, etc., and if you have no contraindications, you are a candidate.
- Follow preoperative guidelines: Patients should follow all preoperative guidelines, including testing and dietary restrictions, to ensure their safety and the best possible outcome for their procedure.
- Choose an experienced surgeon: Choosing an experienced bariatric surgeon is essential for successful surgery and minimizing risks.
- Maintain your weight: Patients should maintain their weight before and after surgery to reduce the risk of complications.
- Follow the postoperative guidelines: Patients should follow postoperative guidelines, such as following a proper diet, keeping follow-up appointments and taking prescribed medications.
- Practice healthy lifestyle habits: Patients should practice healthy lifestyle habits, such as regular exercise, to reduce the risk of complications after surgery.
The benefits of bariatric surgery include:
- Weight loss: Bariatric surgery can lead to significant and sustained weight loss. On average, most people lose about 60% of their extra weight within the first year after surgery.
- Health improvement: Bariatric surgery can reduce risk factors associated with obesity-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, hypercholesterolemia and sleep apnea. In many cases, bariatric surgery can lead to improved overall health, including cardiovascular health.
- Quality of life: After bariatric surgery, many people experience an improvement in their quality of life due to improved mobility, increased energy and improved self-confidence.
- Reduction of mortality risk: Studies have shown that bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of death from obesity-related diseases such as heart disease, stroke and certain types of cancer.
As in any surgical intervention, the risks of bariatric surgery include bleeding, infection, leaks, obstructions, ulcers, some related to anesthesia or drug reactions. However, the percentage of such risks in bariatric surgery is less than 0.3%; the mortality rate is less than 0.01%.
Questions about preoperative diet
A preoperative diet before bariatric surgery is important for several reasons. First, it helps reduce the amount of fat around the liver and other abdominal organs, which can reduce the risk of complications during surgery. Second, it helps reduce the size of the stomach, which can make surgery easier and faster. Finally, it can also help reduce the amount of fat that needs to be removed during surgery, leading to a faster recovery time.
If you currently control your diabetes with medication, this will need to be adjusted during the preoperative diet. As you reduce your food intake, you may need to reduce your medication. Check your blood glucose levels more frequently to make sure you are not experiencing "hypoglycemia".
For the diet to be successful it is important that you stick to it for the full time specified; three weeks if your BMI is 35-40, four weeks if your BMI is over 40. There may be a temptation to eat a special or large meal before surgery. However, if you do this, you will reverse the effects of the liver-shrinking diet.
- Spread food and drink evenly throughout the day. Don't save everything for later.
- Drink a minimum of 2 liters of fluids a day and more in hot weather. This includes all liquids, such as milk, juice, squash, tea or coffee. Remember to count these as part of your total daily caloric intake.
Drink at regular intervals throughout the day. - Avoid alcohol.
- Take a daily multivitamin and mineral pill.
- Try to keep busy and active all day long.
The diet plan is designed to provide you with approximately 100 g of carbohydrates per day. It is low in fat (although this depends to some extent on the foods you choose) and moderate in protein. The energy value of the diet is between 1000 and 1200 kcal per day.
Questions about the Gastric Sleeve Procedure
Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is a type of bariatric surgery that reduces the size of the stomach by approximately 75%. This procedure involves removing a large portion of the stomach, leaving a narrow tube or sleeve stomach.
Risks of gastric sleeve surgery include infection, blood clots, gastric leakage, internal hernias and nutritional deficiencies.
The recovery period for gastric sleeve surgery usually lasts four to six weeks.
The success rate of gastric sleeve surgery is usually very high, with most patients losing between 50-60% of their excess body weight in the first year after the procedure.
The long-term effects of gastric sleeve surgery include improved health, increased energy levels and improved quality of life.
The amount of weight lost with gastric sleeve surgery varies, but most patients can expect to lose between 50-60% of their excess body weight in the first year after the procedure.
After gastric sleeve surgery, patients should normally follow a low-calorie, nutrient-rich diet and exercise regularly. In addition, patients may need to take nutritional supplements to ensure they are getting enough essential vitamins and minerals.
It is important to take a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement after sleeve gastrectomy. Other supplements that may be recommended are vitamins B12 and D, iron, calcium and omega-3 fatty acids.
A nutritionist or physician can help you determine which supplements are best for you.
Questions about the Gastric Bypass Procedure
Gastric bypass is a type of weight loss surgery that involves creating a small pouch from the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine. This bypass bypasses the rest of the stomach and part of the small intestine, reducing the amount of food the body can absorb. Surgery is usually used as a last resort in severely obese people who have been unable to lose weight with diet and exercise.
The risks of gastric bypass surgery include infections, blood clots, leakage from the surgical site and nutritional deficiencies. Other risks include gallstones, hernias and dumping syndrome.
The benefits of gastric bypass surgery include significant weight loss, better health and improved quality of life.
It usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to recover from gastric bypass surgery.
The success rate of gastric bypass surgery is generally high, with studies showing that up to 80% of patients achieve significant weight loss.
The long-term effects of gastric bypass surgery may include improved health, increased energy levels and improved quality of life. However, there are also potential risks, such as nutritional deficiencies, gallstones and hernias.
After gastric bypass, patients are usually advised to follow a diet rich in protein and low in carbohydrates and fats. This diet should include small, frequent meals and snacks throughout the day. Patients should also avoid sugary and processed foods and carbonated beverages. In addition, they should avoid large meals, as they can cause nausea and vomiting. Finally, patients should drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
It is important to take a multivitamin and mineral supplement daily after sleeve gastrectomy. Other supplements that may be recommended include vitamins B12 and D, iron, calcium and omega-3 fatty acids. A dietitian or physician can help you determine which supplements are best for you. It is also important to drink plenty of fluids, eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly.
Questions about the Mini Gastric Bypass procedure
Mini gastric bypass is a form of bariatric (weight loss) surgery. It is a minimally invasive procedure that involves creating a small stomach pouch and bypassing a portion of the small intestine.
Risks of mini gastric bypass surgery include bleeding, infection, leaks and possible complications with anesthesia.
Most people recover from mini gastric bypass surgery within a few weeks.
The success rate of mini gastric bypass surgery is about 70%, with most patients losing 80-90% of their excess body weight.
Some long-term effects of mini gastric bypass surgery include malnutrition, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, dumping syndrome and dehydration.
On average, people can expect to lose about 80-90% of their excess body weight with mini gastric bypass surgery.
After a mini gastric bypass, patients should follow a low-fat, high-protein diet and limit intake of simple sugars and starches. They should also drink plenty of water and take multivitamin supplements.
POSTOPERATIVE QUESTIONS
Two to three hours after surgery you should walk and do breathing exercises, but it takes about one to two weeks to return to work, however, without strenuous exercise, until after six weeks.
You must take them for life, depending on the type of surgery.
There are several possible reasons why you may not be losing weight after your bariatric surgery. It is important to talk to your doctor or surgeon to rule out any medical problems or discuss any concerns you may have.
It is possible to experience hair loss after bariatric surgery, but it is usually temporary. Hair loss can occur due to a combination of factors, including nutritional deficiency, hormonal changes or stress.
The most important thing is to talk to your doctor about any concerns you have and make sure you are getting adequate nutrition and vitamins to promote healthy hair growth.
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