Bariatric And Metabolic
Obesity is a substantially common metabolic disorder with increasing prevalence and a major public health concern in the 21st century. This obesity epidemic adversely affects the quality of life and is responsible for 5% of all deaths worldwide. Obesity achieves these detrimental outcomes, as it is a significant risk factor for mortality, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, and physical inactivity.
When the body mass index (BMI) exceeds 30 kg/m², it shortens the life expectancy by seven years, but in the case of morbid obesity (BMI > 40 kg/m²), the life expectancy is shortened by 12 years. Although through physical exercise obesity can be decreased, there are several cases that do not produce kind results. In such cases bariatric surgery is the only treatment available for safeguarding long-term health. This is one of the most effective methods for achieving significant and sustained weight loss in individuals with extreme obesity.
The Department of Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery at Aura Hospitals addresses the multiple complex challenges of obesity and metabolic diseases. Our team of highly skilled surgeons and healthcare professionals is committed to providing innovative solutions and compassionate support to help patients achieve lasting weight loss and improved metabolic health.
At the heart of our department's philosophy is a holistic approach that recognises the interrelation of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Understanding that obesity is not just a physical condition but also impacts various aspects of a person's life, we therefore tailor our bariatric treatment plans to address the individual needs of each patient, considering their unique circumstances and challenges.
One of the main highlights of our Department is our emphasis on non-surgical approaches to weight management. We offer a range of non-invasive interventions, including the swallowable gastric balloon, which requires no anaesthesia and can be done in 20 minutes in an outpatient setting. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and ileal interposition are designed to help patients achieve significant weight loss, resolve co-morbidities including type 2 diabetes mellitus, and achieve overall well-being. These interventions are performed with precision and care, utilising advanced laparoscopic bariatric surgery techniques and robotic techniques to minimise discomfort and promote faster recovery with a 2-day hospital stay on an average.
Benefits of Bariatric Surgery in Obese Patients
- Improved longevity: Patients who underwent bariatric surgery experienced a lower risk of death when compared to those obese persons who hadn’t undergone bariatric surgery.
- Improvement or cure of obesity-related conditions: The main focus of bariatric surgery lies in the reduction of obesity. As a cascade effect, bariatric surgery also demonstrated an improvement or cure of various obesity-related conditions, including high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnoea, asthma, arthritis, cholesterol levels, etc.
- Long-term weight loss success: Research studies demonstrate that more than 90% of people who underwent bariatric surgery are able to maintain at least 50% after 5 years following the procedure.
- Faster metabolism: With weight loss, individuals participate in more physical activity, such as biking, walking, etc., thus enhancing the ability to burn fat efficiently. Hormones like insulin and cortisol (stress hormone) are also reduced, which helps lower the body's storage of fat. This also could be credited as a bariatric advantage.
- Better quality of life: Bariatric surgery patients report a better quality of life after the procedure, including better mobility, reduced depression and anxiety, and improvement in self-esteem, social interactions, and sexual function.