Bariatric surgery in trusted international clinics
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What is obesity
Human body is not built for today’s style of living – low activity, office work, multiple regular high calorie meals, processed foods, high stress levels, etc. This lifestyle has naturally caused an obesity epidemic around the world.
Obesity is a medical disease that involves having too much body fat; apart from cosmetic and life-style considerations, it often causes significant and continuous damage to the body on a daily basis. Obesity has been proven to significantly increase the risk of many serious life-threatening diseases such as:
Heart Disease
Excess weight strains the cardiovascular system, increasing blood pressure and cholesterol levels, leading to higher risk of heart attacks and heart failure.
Stroke & Diabetes
Obesity significantly increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and stroke. It also causes abnormal lipid levels and metabolic disorders.
Joint & Back Problems
It also causes problems with knees, hips, and the back due to the pressure of extra weight, and can lead to accelerated joint deterioration over time.
Mental Health
Obesity can lead to mental health issues like depression and anxiety, as well as social isolation and decreased participation in activities.
Thanks to modern medicine, specifically bariatric (weight loss) surgery, the risk can be significantly decreased.
People who are obese or overweight or have metabolic disorders related to obesity such as diabetes, abnormal lipid levels, or other weight-related complications such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea, heart disease, benefit from the surgery and experience better quality of life following the weight loss.
When do you need a bariatric surgery
Whether you are eligible for a bariatric surgery depends on various factors and the final decision should be made by the operating doctor or a medical consilium (several doctors at the same time).
As a general rule, modern medicine recommends the operation to patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 35.
For individuals with a BMI between 30 and 34.9, bariatric surgery may be recommended if they have obesity-related health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), sleep apnea, heart disease, arthritis (often in the knees).
To qualify for surgery you should be motivated to follow the changes in diet and lifestyle required after surgery.
Procedure
Two of the most common types of bariatric procedures are sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y gastric bypass); Both of these procedures result in substantial and sustained weight loss.
| Gastric Bypass | Gastric Sleeve | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Hospital Stay | 2–4 Days | 2–3 Days |
| Average time off work | 3–4 Weeks | 3–4 Weeks |
| Excess weight loss (in the first 12 months) | 68–70% | 30–50% |
| Operating time | 60–90 min | 45–60 min |
| Sickness | None or very rare | None or very rare |
| Risks or Complications | Changes to normal digestion; Staple separation or leakage; Gastric stomal ulcer; Requires more follow-up checks | Staple separation or leakage; Gastric acid reflux (rare) |
Gastric Bypass: With gastric bypass a small part of the stomach is detached from the rest and a small pouch is created which is then connected to a lower part of the intestine – this process allows food to bypass a large portion of the stomach and part of the small intestine too; Narrow opening between the stomach and intestine also slows the transit of food and also since only a small portion of the stomach remains, the amount of food that can be eaten is dramatically reduced, patients feel fuller for longer and as a result calorie intake decreases eventually resulting in weight loss; The feeling of hunger is also significantly diminished after gastric bypass due to less hunger hormone (ghrelin) release.
Sleeve Gastrectomy: With sleeve gastrectomy most of the stomach is removed so that only a narrow tube (sleeve) remains which holds less food thus reducing the number of calories consumed; The feeling of hunger is also significantly diminished thanks to less hunger hormone (ghrelin) release.
There are also several alternative versions of the procedure like:
Adjustable band procedure: a band is placed around part of the stomach to reduce its capacity.
Gastric balloon: an inflatable balloon is placed inside of the stomach that also reduces its capacity.
Pricing
In most cases we’ll make sure the fees also include a hotel stay, airport and hospital transfers, medical tests, and translation services.
Differences between budget levels depend on materials used, country where the operation is performed, expertise of the doctors and the hospital stay fees of the specific facility.
For patients the differences in price translate into slight increases / decreases in comfort levels during the stay, and slight variations in risks & effectiveness of the procedures (quality of the materials being used, hospital standards, experience of doctors, etc.). Quality of the materials being used during surgeries depend on the hospital and while all are approved by health regulators, some are of new technology and therefore pricier, etc.
All clinics we work with adhere to core international standards.
Expected price range: $3,000 – $6,000, depending on procedure type, clinic, and individual factors.
Finding the clinic that best suits your interest and budget can be time consuming and difficult; We have chosen and partnered with clinics who deliver quality, comfort and experience in treatment; Our team of consultants will understand your needs, explain to you the differences between various options and suggest to you the best alternative.
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Benefits of the surgery
The first and most obvious benefit is that the average patient loses about 70% of excess weight during the first 12 months from the surgery.
Other than the obvious benefits, it has numerous specific medical benefits for the body as with weight loss many disorders that were present before the surgery resolve or become less severe. Several examples here:
Risk of death drops by 25%
Diabetes resolves in up to 62% of people
Risks related to the surgery
Serious complications after these procedures are rare, but you should take into consideration that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may develop or worsen; People who have significant symptoms due to GERD before surgery may be advised against sleeve gastrectomy.
This is why seeking professional opinion is important. The best procedure for you will be determined by consultation with your doctor who will take into consideration your needs and preferences and decisions will be made based on your lifestyle and health condition.
As mentioned earlier, the final decision of whether you are recommended for a bariatric surgery will be taken by the doctor, who will take into account all the medical data, as well as your lifestyle and preferences and come up with an actionable plan to improve your quality of life.
Post-surgery considerations
Resuming usual activities depends on post surgical recovery the usual time for which is 4–6 weeks; People may experience pain, and some might have nausea and vomiting. Constipation is common.
Drinking more fluids and not staying in bed too long at a time can help; You should start walking or doing leg exercises the day after surgery to avoid blood clots and try not to stay inactive for long periods of time.
You can return to your usual day-to-day activities after about 1 week and to your usual exercises after a few weeks. Keep in mind that consulting with a doctor before doing any heavy lifting and manual labor is essential and such activities should usually be avoided for 6 weeks.
Post surgical recommendations will be covered during consultation with your medical team who will give you detailed instructions about the postoperative care.
We will help you arrange post surgical consultations with the doctor. These are always included in the package from our clinics.
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