When trying to maintain a lifestyle, people often face obstacles that cannot be overcome by diet and exercise alone. For individuals dealing with obesity and related health issues, surgery can sometimes offer a solution. A procedure called Gastric Bypass surgery is available at the EB Clinic to address these concerns.
How Does Gastric Bypass Work?
A surgical procedure is performed to create a pouch close to the part of your stomach where your stomach is located. This pouch is then connected directly to the part of your small intestine, bypassing the rest of your stomach and the upper part of your small intestine. This change limits your stomach’s capacity to hold food and reduces absorption, leading to weight loss.
The Gastric Bypass procedure is generally recommended for patients with a BMI of 30+ and diabetes, especially those on insulin. The aim here is for the patient’s intestines to receive the nutrients and thus keep the patient’s blood sugar high. In the short term; Gastric bypass surgery will help the patient to eat less and less every day due to high blood sugar.
Benefits of Gastric Bypass
One of the advantages of this procedure is a significant reduction in weight. Over the year, most people can expect to lose around 60-80% of their excess body weight. In addition, various health problems associated with obesity, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea, can also improve. They can even be resolved after surgery.
After Gastric Bypass
Disciplined after surgery