Should I have Obesity Surgery?

Should I have Obesity Surgery?

Obesity is one of the biggest health problems of our time. With the developing technology, the changing lifestyle of mankind, ready-made foods, sedentary life are the most important causes of obesity. So when should surgical options be evaluated in the treatment of obesity?

The fight against obesity has always been difficult. It is not always possible for the person to take care of his own will and gain an unorthodox eating habit. Of course, it is necessary to diet and exercise in order to lose weight first, but unfortunately research has shown that; it showed that only 1% of patients with a body mass index above 40 were able to lose weight through diet and exercise. For patients with a body mass index of 35 and above, this rate is 3%.

In recent years, the demand for obesity surgery has been increasing. Obesity surgery has taken a very important form of treatment especially for those with a body mass index above 40 kg/m2 or patients with an additional disease with a body mass index above 35kg/m2. When should I apply for obesity surgery?

Patients with a body mass index above 40 kg/m2

Body mass index is between 35-40 kg/m2 and patients with chronic diseases caused by obesity such as Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, chronic liver disease, essential hypertension, sleep apnea.

Patients who have been trying to change their eating habits and exercise with the help of a dietitian for at least a year.

Patients without any neuro-psychiatric disorders, alcohol and substance abuse to use drugs.

People without a health condition that prevents surgery