Turning to weight control surgery is often a last resort for those who have tried to loose pounds through other methods. If diet and exercise have failed, many feel that undergoing a bariatric procedure is the only choice that they have left. But no one who is considering this plan of action should understand that these procedures are very serious. There are a number of complications that can arise from undergoing a major operation. Additionally, the changes that patients will experience in their bodies will require a good deal of adjustment. After recovering from weight control surgery, an individual should not expect to be able to simply eat as they please without consequences. The extra pounds will not simply fall off without effort. A sensible and healthy diet are necessary. A regular regime of cardiovascular exercise will be required as well. The battle to get a serious weight problem under control can be a long and arduous one. A full understanding of all of the pros and cons of these procedures is an absolute must before any decisions to move forward is made. The patient's family will need to be part of the decision making process as well.
Without a strong support system it may be difficult for a patient to face the many challenges that are associated with weight control surgery. To be considered a viable candidate for these procedures, an individual will need to be at least eighty pounds overweight. Those with a lesser amount of pounds to loose will not be considered as likely candidates and insurance coverage will not be applicable. Even those who are morbidly obese will need to prove to their insurance provider that they have tried all of the traditional methods of weight loss and have failed. Some insurance providers will have very stringent standards when it comes to approval for these operations. If insurance coverage is not available, there are a number of lenders who can help a potential patient find ways to finance this procedure. Bariatric treatment centers may also have financial counselors on hand who can help the patient find a source of funding for their medical care. These centers will also offer pre-surgery counseling that will explain to the patient all that they can expect when undergoing this operation.
There are a number of different procedures that come under the heading of weight control surgery. Gastric bypass and mini gastric bypass operations are two examples. These surgeries involve going into the abdomen and reducing the size of the stomach. The result of this action is that the patient will no longer be able to consume large quantities of food in one sitting. They will feel full very quickly. This limited intake of calories will generally result in lost pounds. But that is not all that is encompassed in gastric bypass operations. Surgeons will bypass part of the patient's small intestine. The result of this step in the weight control surgery is that the patient will no longer be able to absorb all of the calories that they take in. A traditional gastric bypass operation is a little more drastic than the mini gastric bypass operations. Mini bypass surgeries will usually involve less time spent in recovery since the incision and the work that was done is minimal in comparison to a full blown bypass procedure.
Another type of weight control surgery is the adjustable gastric band procedure. With this type of operation, an adjustable band is placed around the upper part of the stomach and tightened. This tightening must be very precise. It is not the intention of the surgeon to pinch off the lower part of the stomach, but to simply divide the organ into two sections. When a patient eats, the consumed food will remain in the upper part of the stomach for a longer period of time, giving a sense of fullness to the patient. As the food slowly trickles down into the lower stomach section, it will be digested normally. The idea is to trick the mind into thinking that the stomach is full, limiting caloric intake. With this type of procedure, there is no bypassing of a section of the small intestine and therefore no impact on how food is absorbed by the body. If the band needs to be readjusted at some future time, this can usually be done laparoscopically. These different types of weight control surgery will each have a number of pros and cons. Only the patient, working with their doctor will be able to decide which type of surgery is the best fit.
A number of key factors can determine whether or not weight control surgery is going to be effective. The overall health that the individual enjoys prior to treatment is very important. Obviously, the individual who is relatively healthy, aside from weight issues, is going to see better results than those who face additional health issues. The patient's age and weight can be determining factors as well. If the patient is able to participate in a regular exercise program following recovery, the chances of achieving significant weight loss increases greatly. It is absolutely necessary that the patient follows a healthy diet following the procedure. The help and support of family and loved ones can also be very important. Many bariatric treatment centers will offer patients follow up care that includes nutritional counseling and guidance in crafting an appropriate exercise plan. As with any long term goal, the strength of the individual's motivation can indicate the level of future success. The Bible assures believers that God is watching over them and that they should hope in Him. "Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy." (Psalm 33:18)
Without a strong support system it may be difficult for a patient to face the many challenges that are associated with weight control surgery. To be considered a viable candidate for these procedures, an individual will need to be at least eighty pounds overweight. Those with a lesser amount of pounds to loose will not be considered as likely candidates and insurance coverage will not be applicable. Even those who are morbidly obese will need to prove to their insurance provider that they have tried all of the traditional methods of weight loss and have failed. Some insurance providers will have very stringent standards when it comes to approval for these operations. If insurance coverage is not available, there are a number of lenders who can help a potential patient find ways to finance this procedure. Bariatric treatment centers may also have financial counselors on hand who can help the patient find a source of funding for their medical care. These centers will also offer pre-surgery counseling that will explain to the patient all that they can expect when undergoing this operation.
There are a number of different procedures that come under the heading of weight control surgery. Gastric bypass and mini gastric bypass operations are two examples. These surgeries involve going into the abdomen and reducing the size of the stomach. The result of this action is that the patient will no longer be able to consume large quantities of food in one sitting. They will feel full very quickly. This limited intake of calories will generally result in lost pounds. But that is not all that is encompassed in gastric bypass operations. Surgeons will bypass part of the patient's small intestine. The result of this step in the weight control surgery is that the patient will no longer be able to absorb all of the calories that they take in. A traditional gastric bypass operation is a little more drastic than the mini gastric bypass operations. Mini bypass surgeries will usually involve less time spent in recovery since the incision and the work that was done is minimal in comparison to a full blown bypass procedure.
Another type of weight control surgery is the adjustable gastric band procedure. With this type of operation, an adjustable band is placed around the upper part of the stomach and tightened. This tightening must be very precise. It is not the intention of the surgeon to pinch off the lower part of the stomach, but to simply divide the organ into two sections. When a patient eats, the consumed food will remain in the upper part of the stomach for a longer period of time, giving a sense of fullness to the patient. As the food slowly trickles down into the lower stomach section, it will be digested normally. The idea is to trick the mind into thinking that the stomach is full, limiting caloric intake. With this type of procedure, there is no bypassing of a section of the small intestine and therefore no impact on how food is absorbed by the body. If the band needs to be readjusted at some future time, this can usually be done laparoscopically. These different types of weight control surgery will each have a number of pros and cons. Only the patient, working with their doctor will be able to decide which type of surgery is the best fit.
A number of key factors can determine whether or not weight control surgery is going to be effective. The overall health that the individual enjoys prior to treatment is very important. Obviously, the individual who is relatively healthy, aside from weight issues, is going to see better results than those who face additional health issues. The patient's age and weight can be determining factors as well. If the patient is able to participate in a regular exercise program following recovery, the chances of achieving significant weight loss increases greatly. It is absolutely necessary that the patient follows a healthy diet following the procedure. The help and support of family and loved ones can also be very important. Many bariatric treatment centers will offer patients follow up care that includes nutritional counseling and guidance in crafting an appropriate exercise plan. As with any long term goal, the strength of the individual's motivation can indicate the level of future success. The Bible assures believers that God is watching over them and that they should hope in Him. "Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy." (Psalm 33:18)
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