Weight loss is something that plagues many people all over the world. In Canada, there are more than 5.5 million adults suffer from obesity. It is highly likely that most of those people have tried to lose weight at one point in their lives. Many people are unsuccessful in their efforts to lose their weight and suffer from health problems such as diabetes and high blood pressure because of it.
One answer that is becoming more popular for those suffering is weight loss surgery. There is more than one type of weight loss surgery to choose from and you will need to discuss the options with a professional.
RNY Gastric Bypass Surgery (Roux-En-Y)
One option for bariatric surgery is gastric bypass surgery. During this surgery, the stomach will be divided into two parts. The upper part of this new stomach system is then directly connected to the lower intestine giving the food no chance to unload calories into the body. This means that the body will not gain weight from most of the calories contained in the food.
In dividing the stomach the professional is also decreasing the size of the stomach that is useable and the patient will not be able to hold as much food as it once did. This will assist in weight loss as well.
Who is a Candidate?
Those individuals that have significant weight gain and that have tried all the other options will be good candidates for this type of surgery. They should be in a physical condition that will allow them to get through the surgery well and they should be prepared mentally for having to change their dietary habits after the surgery. These are the best candidates for this type of surgical procedure.
Gastric Banding Surgery (Lap-Banding Surgery)
The gastric banding surgery has been around for many years and is a less permanent solution to weight loss than gastric bypass surgery. It also provides many with the fastest noticeable results. The process divides the stomach into two, similar to the gastric bypass surgery, but with a band that is synthetic in nature.
The band is adjustable from the outside of the body because there is a cord that runs through the body. The division of the stomach simply makes the stomach smaller and allows the patient to eat far less. This will help them to dramatically lose weight.
Who is a Candidate?
Gastric banding surgery is best suited for individuals that are not excessively overweight but that have gained significant weight with no results from other weight loss methods. The procedure is best suited for individuals that are ready to make major changes in how they approach food and exercise because the process is temporary. The individual will need to be able to maintain a good weight after the band is removed.
What to Expect After Surgery
Weight loss surgery is a fairly simple procedure, but there are still concerns for after surgery. You will need to be careful about what you eat and take time to discuss a new diet with your physician. The food you take in should be of healthy quality as you will only be able to have a small amount at one time in the system.
You should watch for excessive pain and discomfort beyond what the physician tells you to expect. Additionally, you will want to make sure that you watch for fever or illness that could be related to an infection.
While weight loss surgery is not for everyone, it might be the answer for you. Take the time to meet with one of the professionals in your area to discuss your options. There are several weight loss specialists in the Winnipeg area that you can turn to for information and direction.
Maples Surgical Centre
7-1291 Jefferson Ave.,
Winnipeg, M.B. Canada R2P 1SP
204-633-1108
SmartShape Weight Loss Centre
704 Mara Street, Suite 106
Point Edward, ON N7V 1X4
1-888-278-7952
Physimed Medical Center
6363 Trans-Canada Highway
Saint Laurent, Canada H4T 1Z9
514-747-8193