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Gastric Bypass: Conditions Treated
Gastric Bypass: Conditions Treated
Gastric bypass can be very successful in treating obesity in patients that have not been able to lose weight through traditional methods such as:
- Diet
- Exercise
- Medicine
In addition to helping with weight loss, gastric bypass is effective in helping patients manage certain conditions associated with obesity:
- High cholesterol
- High blood sugar and diabetes (Type 2)
- High blood pressure and risk of stroke and heart attack
- Sleep apnea
- Bone and joint issues
Gastric Bypass Surgery: Who Is a Candidate?
Since gastric bypass surgeries are effective in helping treat obesity and related issues such as high blood pressure and diabetes, your doctor may recommend gastric bypass surgery if:
- Traditional weight loss methods have not proven successful
- You have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 40
- You have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 35 and suffer from obesity-related health issues
Gastric bypass can be a life-changing option for patients suffering from obesity. It is important to keep in mind that gastric bypass is major surgery. Like all surgeries, it carries some risk.