Importance of Weight Loss Surgeries
Bariatric surgery can be instrumental in helping obese patients lose body weight. It can help in improving issues like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), or Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
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Overview
The first step to achieving your weight loss goals is to learn about obesity, weight loss, and bariatric surgeries. In this section you will learn why weight loss is important, why individuals choose weight loss surgery, and how a weight-loss surgeon decides on the type of surgical procedure.
Why is weight loss surgery important?
The management of the obesity in Australia is a national priority. Nearly 2 in 3 Australian adults and 1 in 4 Australian children are overweight or obese. Obesity is defined as a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30+. It is based on weight, height, waist-measurement and gender. The more you weigh, the higher your BMI. You can calculate your BMI here.
Individuals with a high BMI have a lower quality of life. Excess weight increases the risk for cardiovascular disease, type 2 Diabetes, musculoskeletal conditions and cancers. Both moderate and severe obesity trims lifespans by years. In fact, morbid obesity (BMI 40+) cuts life spans by 5–20 years. Importantly, patients often feel better after getting their weight under control and resolving comorbidities.
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