Health Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

Morbid obesity can lead to a shorter life and many life-threatening health problems, known as co-morbidities. Recent studies show that the risk of an early death for those struggling with obesity is twice that of a non-obese person.1 With treatment, there is a better chance for enjoying good health and a longer life. A clinical study shows that gastric bypass surgery improves life expectancy in patients by 89 percent.

After Bariatric Surgery

Diabetes - A recent meta-analysis showed 76.8% of gastric bypass patients found complete resolution of type II diabetes, and 86% found improvement or resolution.3

High blood pressure (hypertension) - Bariatric surgery reduces excess body weight over time, which takes away some of the strain on the heart. A recent meta-analysis showed hypertension was resolved or improved in 78.5 percent of patients.3 A study of 500 patients showed 92 percent resolution of hypertension.

High Cholesterol - Recent research on the impact of gastric bypass surgery found that hyperlipidemia and hypercholesterolemia were improved in more than 93 percent of patients.

Sleep Apnea - Recent research found that obstructive sleep apnea was resolved in 85.7 percent of patients through gastric bypass surgery.

Other health conditions that can be improved by bariatric surgery

Depression
Gastro esophageal Reflux Disease
Urinary Stress Incontinence
Reproductive Health
Asthma & Pulmonary Conditions

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