Exercise and diet is not always enough to effectively treat people with extreme and excessive obesity. Bariatric surgery is performed in order to help such individuals lose weight. Evidence suggests that bariatric surgery may lower death rates for patients with severe obesity, if followed by healthy eating and right lifestyle changes after surgery.

Basically the bariatric surgery works to restrict food intake and decrease the
absorption of food in the stomach and intestines. Bariatric surgery is meant to alter or interrupt this digestion process so that food is not broken down and absorbed in the usual way. A reduction in the amount of nutrients and calories absorbed helps patients to lose weight and lower their risk for obesity-related health risks or disorders.

There are different types of bariatric surgeries that can be performed. Surgery may be performed with an “open” approach that involves cutting open the abdomen or by means of laparoscopy. During the process the surgical instruments are guided into the abdomen through small half-inch incisions. Today, most bariatric surgery is laparoscopic because in comparison to open surgery, it has less extensive cuts and tissue damages are also low.

Bariatric surgery in Perth is a great alternative for weight loss for patients who have the appropriate medical criteria, and for whom diet and exercise have not been effective. Always remember that bariatric surgery is not for everyone who is overweight. Certain medical criteria and requirements should be met. It is typically suggested only when other methods of weight loss, like changing diet and exercise, are unsuccessful.