Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is a branch of medicine that includes surgical interventions aimed at long-term weight loss and metabolic recovery in individuals suffering from extreme obesity. These surgical methods are based on strategies such as reducing stomach volume or limiting intestinal absorption in order to increase weight loss. Bariatric surgery is often recommended for individuals who cannot successfully lose weight with diet and exercise programs or who have health problems related to obesity. Surgical interventions not only support patients' weight loss, but can also correct obesity-related health problems such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnea. A commonly known method of bariatric surgery is gastric bypass surgery. In this procedure, the stomach is reduced and the intestines are rearranged so that the absorption of food is reduced. Another popular method is gastric band surgery, in which a band is placed on the upper part of the stomach and the stomach volume is limited. Bariatric surgery involves a treatment process that requires a multidisciplinary approach to not only achieve weight loss but also improve patients' quality of life and improve obesity-related health problems. These surgical interventions are usually performed in a team effort to ensure long-term weight control of patients and encourage them to make healthy lifestyle changes. As a result, bariatric surgery can be an effective treatment option for individuals suffering from obesity. However, these surgical interventions require serious decision and lifestyle changes. Specialists carefully evaluate patients and select appropriate candidates to evaluate the benefits and risks of such surgical interventions. Bariatric surgery as a tool for weight loss and health improvement can provide long-term success in suitable candidates.