Bariatrics Flashcards
1
Q
What types of Bariatric Procedures are there? (Name at least 5)
A
Gastric Bypass (gastro-Jej, Roux-En-Y, mini by-pass, biliary-Pancreatic diversion)
Gastric Band
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Endoscopic (Balloon, Sleeves, Duodenal Ablations)
Stomach Stapling (no longer done)
2
Q
What are the indications for bariatric surgery?
A
> 40 BMI or >35 with risk factors
Fit for GA and surgery
No significant weight loss for more than 6 months with non-surgical methods
BMI >30 with newly diagnosed T2DM
Indian subcontinent ethnic back ground with BMI <35 May be considered
DO NOT operate on <18 Years old (rarely)
Survival post surgery >5 years
