Throle of bariatric surgery Flashcards
how is weight gain different in males and females?
males tend to put on weight centrally whereas in women the hips and thighs are more affected
what is the metabolic syndrome associated with central obesity?
what is the incidence of MI and stroke events following bariatric surgery?
wht is the incidence of cancer events following bariatric surgery?
what is the mortality risk following bariatric surgery?
what is a gastric band?
a band is placed around your stomach, so you do not need to eat as much to feel full
what is a gastric bypass?
the top part of your stomach is joined to the small intestine, so you feel fuller sooner and do not absorb as many calories from food
what is a sleeve gastrectomy?
some of your stomach is removed, so you cannot eat as much as you could before and you’ll feel full sooner
what are the advantages of a intra-gastric balloon?
Non operative weight loss option
Removable
BMI 27-50
what are the disadvantages of an intra-gastric balloon?
Potential weight regain after removal
CI: Large hiatus hernia, PUD, Anticoagulation
how many poeple are eligable for bariatric surgery?
2.6 million
1.6 million - bmi >40
1 million - bmi 30-40
what numbers are associated with each tear of Adult obesity managment?
who is in the multidisciplinary team for gastric surgery
what are common problems following bariatric surgery?
excess skin
inablity to drink and eat at the same time
what vitamins / nutritional suppliments are recommended following bariatric surgery?
