Why Bariatric Surgery?Bariatrics refers to the branch of medicine dealing with obesity, its causes, and methods for prevention and treatment. Obesity is a serious problem in American society with 65% of the population now regarded as overweight and 30% of the population in the obese range. Every year millions of people turn to diet, fitness and medication to treat their obesity. However, the National Institutes of Health report that 90% of the people who participate in diets and weight-loss programs do not lose significant and sustained weight. Studies demonstrate that weight-loss surgery, as compared to non-surgical treatments, yields the longest period of sustained weight loss in patients who have failed other therapies. How to we Measure Obesity?We use a measure called Body Mass Index to evaluate if a person is overweight or not. Body Mass Index is a number calculated from a person's weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of body fatness for most people even though it does not directly measure body fat.
Overweight and obese people have a greater risk of developing many diseases and health conditions than people who maintain a healthy weight. Some of the conditions that obese people ar most at risk for developing are:
Is Bariatric Surgery Right For You?Visiting this website is the first step along a journey that may lead you to Bariatric Surgery. Bradenton Surgical Group wants you to have the best information available so that you can make a decision that is right for you. Our concern is your well being and providing you with whatever assistance we can as you learn about the options that are available and the changes that will be required of you to be successful. |