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What is Bariatric Surgery?

Surgery on the stomach and/or intestines to help a person with extreme obesity lose weight. Bariatric surgery is an option for people who have a body mass index (BMI) above 37.5. Surgery is also an option for people with a body mass index between more than 32.5 who have obesity related health problems like type 2 diabetes / obstructive sleep apnea / respiratory and joint problems..

A surgical intervention to reduce the size of the stomach to overcome obesity. Surgical procedure encompasses those methods that seek to reduce weight and obesity by means of surgically reducing the stomach.
  • The doctors often employ a gastric band or use a gastric bypass to reduce the size of the stomach and alter the intestinal absorption; such that the resulting decline in appetite / absorption will result in subsequent weight loss.
  • A bariatric surgery is a normal surgical procedure practiced worldwide for the reduction of weight in patients with morbid obesity.
  • The surgery must be accompanied by changes to one's lifestyle and diet patterns to have tangible and measurable results for any individual.
  • The doctors at Pace Hospitals will undertake a thorough assessment of the patient, lifestyle and other factors before agreeing on the surgical procedure to reduce weight.

Is Weight Loss Surgery for Me?

Discover if bariatric surgery is right for you

Discover if bariatric surgery is right for you

Weight loss (bariatric) surgery makes your stomach smaller so you feel full with less food. Weight loss surgery may be for you if:
  • You are 100 pounds overweight or more, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or greater, or
  • You have a BMI of 35 or greater and one or more serious health conditions linked to being obese, such as diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnea, and
  • You have not had been able to lose weight in other ways, such as diet, exercise or medications

Is Bariatric Surgery Right for Me?

Talk with your surgeon about the different surgical treatments, as well as the benefits and risks. Remember:
  • Bariatric surgery is not cosmetic surgery
  • Bariatric surgery does not involve removing body fat by suction or surgical removal
  • You must commit to long-term lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, which are key to the success of bariatric surgery
  • Problems after surgery are rare, but corrective procedures may be required

What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?

BMI is a measure used to index a person’s height and weight. BMI helps you and your health care professionals better understand health issues associated with a specific weight classification, such as obesity and morbid obesity.

Other Common Guidelines for Weight Loss Surgery:

  • Understanding the risks of bariatric surgery
  • Committing to dietary and other lifestyle changes as recommended by your surgeon
  • Having a history of failed weight loss attempts
  • Undergoing a complete examination including medical tests

What happens after a Bariatric Surgery?

Following a Bariatric Surgery, there is a reduction in the size of the stomach that ought to reduce appetite & subsequent aid weight loss. However, patients must note that Bariatric Surgery is just one of the elements of a holistic lifestyle change that must be undertaken by the patient to see tangible results of a bariatric surgery. Some of the key lifestyle changes must include:
  • Eating a healthy diet
  • Regular exercise
  • Avoiding a sedentary lifestyle
  • Staying away from smoking & alcohol

Trusted Experts for Advanced Bariatric Care

Pace Hospitals India is one of the trusted institutes for Bariatric Surgeries and Weight Loss programs. A state-of-the-art facility with the best practitioners in the Bariatrics, performing all the different types of weight loss surgeries including revision surgeries with success rates comparable to international standards. The Clinical team consists of internationally renowned doctors providing the best of care, both medical and surgical for Obesity
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What are the different types of Bariatric Surgery?

Everyone's needs are different. We offer bariatric surgical options to help reduce your caloric intake. These procedures range from low-invasive to open surgery. Recovery times, expected weight loss and rate of weight loss vary by procedure.

Lap Band / Gastric Banding

A band is placed around the top of the stomach creating a small pouch with a very narrow opening.

Sleeve Gastrectomy

Parts of the stomach are removed, making it a much smaller space with less room for food.

Gastric Bypass

The stomach is made smaller and the small intestine is rerouted to limit caloric intake.

Why Pace Hospitals?

  • 150+ bedded super speciality hospital, CGHS & ISO accreditation.
  • NABH and NABL accreditation.
  • State-of-the-art Liver and Kidney transplant centre.
  • Empanelled with all TPA’s for smooth cashless benefits.
  • Centralized HIMS (Hospital Information System).
  • Computerized health records available via website.
  • Minimum waiting time for Inpatient and Outpatient.
  • Round-the-clock guidance from highly qualified surgeons and physicians.
  • Standardization of ethical medical care.
  • 24X7 Outpatient & Inpatient Pharmacy Services.
  • State-of-the-art operation theaters.
  • Intensive Care Units (Surgical and Medical) with ISO-9001 accreditation.

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