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Bariatric Surgery
Surgical procedures performed on the stomach or intestines to induce weight loss in individuals with severe obesity.
Bariatric protein
Protein supplements that are specifically designed for people who have had bariatric surgery.
Bariatric vitamins
Vitamins and minerals that are specifically designed for people who have had bariatric surgery.
Malabsorptive surgery
A type of bariatric surgery that works by reducing the amount of nutrients that are absorbed from food.
Restrictive surgery
A type of bariatric surgery that works by restricting the amount of food that can be eaten.
Revision surgery
A bariatric surgery procedure performed to correct problems with a previous bariatric surgery.
Bariatric team
A group of healthcare professionals who specialize in bariatric surgery and weight loss, including surgeons, nurses, dietitians, and psychologists.
Weight Loss Surgery
Weight Loss Surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is a medical procedure aimed at helping individuals with obesity achieve significant weight loss and improve their health by altering the digestive process or reducing stomach capacity.
Obesity Surgery
A general term for surgical procedures aimed at treating obesity, including bariatric surgery.
Gastric Bypass Surgery
A type of bariatric surgery where a small pouch is created from the stomach and connected directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. This restricts food intake and reduces calorie absorption.
Gastric Bypass Surgery
A type of bariatric surgery where a small pouch is created from the stomach and connected directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. This restricts food intake and reduces calorie absorption.
Psychological support
Counseling or therapy to help people cope with the emotional and psychological challenges of weight loss and bariatric surgery.
Dumping symptoms
Symptoms that can occur after bariatric surgery, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness, caused by rapid stomach emptying and the release of hormones.
Dumping syndrome
A condition that can occur after bariatric surgery and is characterized by rapid stomach emptying, followed by symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.
Stomach reduction
Any bariatric surgery procedure that reduces the size of the stomach.
Weight regain
The process of gaining back weight after bariatric surgery.
Gastric plication
A bariatric surgery procedure that folds and stitches the stomach to reduce its size.
Emotional support
Help and guidance provided to patients and their families to cope with the emotional challenges of bariatric surgery.
Nutrient Deficiency
Inadequate absorption of essential vitamins and minerals due to alterations in the digestive tract after bariatric surgery. Common deficiencies include vitamin B12, iron, and calcium.
Morbid Obesity
A medical condition characterized by a BMI of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35 or higher with obesity-related comorbidities, making the individual a candidate for bariatric surgery.
Malabsorption
Impaired absorption of nutrients from the digestive tract, often seen in some types of bariatric surgery.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
A condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, sometimes exacerbated by bariatric surgery.
Duodenal Switch
A complex bariatric surgery that involves both restrictive and malabsorptive components. It reduces the size of the stomach and reroutes the small intestine to reduce calorie absorption.
Anastomosis
Surgical joining of two hollow structures, such as blood vessels or portions of the digestive tract, often done in bariatric surgery.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
A condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, sometimes exacerbated by bariatric surgery.
Duodenal Switch
A complex bariatric surgery that involves both restrictive and malabsorptive components. It reduces the size of the stomach and reroutes the small intestine to reduce calorie absorption.
Body Mass Index (BMI)
A measure of body fat based on an individual’s height and weight. It is commonly used to determine eligibility for bariatric surgery.