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ObesityWhy All This Fuss?
Dr Abeezar Sarela
A Global Epidemic
Obesity is not just about weight
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Obesity causes Diabetes
Obesity Causes High Blood Pressure
Obesity Causes High Cholesterol
Obesity Causes Cancer
Obesity Causes Infertility and
Increased Risk to Mother & Infant
During Pregnancy & Delivery
Obesity Causes Bone & Joint Problems
Obesity Causes Depression
Obesity Causes Early Death
Obesity Needs Attention
What is Obesity?
Body Mass Index (BMI) more than 28
How Can We Treat Obesity?
“At present, surgery is the only effective treatment for clinically
severe obesity.”
National Institute of Clinical Excellence, UK
Who Needs Surgery for Obesity?
BMI more than 32.5and an obesity-related disease
- If dieting and exercise for at least six months has not worked
No Obesity-Related DiseaseBMI more than 37.5
- If dieting and exercise for at least six months has not worked
BMI more than 50
Surgery is first-line treatment
Why Surgery?
Take control, not struggle
Lose enough weight to make a difference
Keep the weight off
Cure disease, stop medication
What is Obesity Surgery?
Called Bariatric Surgery or Metabolic Surgery
There is a Choice
One Size Does Not Fit All!
Gastric Band
Gastric Bypass
Sleeve Gastrectomy
How Does it Work?
Restriction
Decrease in Hunger Hormone
Keyhole
Safe
Effective
Obesity Surgery Transforms Life
“Thank you.I have got back my life”
Weight Loss
Sjostrom L et al. Effects of Bariatric Surgery on Mortality in Swedish Obese Subjects. N Engl J Med 2007;357:741-52.
Lose 60%-80% of Excess Weight
5 feet 6 inches tall
Ideal Weight ~ 65 kg
Actual Weight ~ 95 kg
Excess Weight ~ 30 kg
50% Excess Weight loss ~ 15 kg
It is a fantastic tool!
But remember to use it well
Obesity Surgery Cures Diabetes
80% of patients stop all medication
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Diabetes is controlled within weeks after surgery
Surgery on the Stomach Causes Profound Changes in Hormones
that Control Blood Sugar
Obesity Surgery Cures High Blood Pressure &
High Cholesterol
65%-75% of patients stop all medication
Restores Fertility
Improves Mental Health
Increases Mobility
Cures Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obesity Surgery Increases Longevity
Risk of death was decreased by 40%
Quality of Life
Obesity Surgery is Extremely Cost-Effective in the
Long-Run
It is Our Privilege to Help Change Your Life