12164 - Bariatric surgery (Spanish)

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Bariatric Surgery, What Weight-Loss Surgery Means for You, is a new edition of the previous Understanding Bariatric Surgery booklet that now includes pros and cons for different bariatric surgery options. Content has been updated with a contemporary approach to explaining how bariatric surgery helps with weight loss, including the role of hormones. Updated with a fresh, modern look with engaging full-color photography and enhanced anatomical art. Supports shared decision and informed consent discussions and helps set expectations of the patient?s role in recovery and successful weight loss.

  • Health risks of obesity, includes the BMI chart
  • Is bariatric surgery right for you?
  • Digestive anatomy
  • Types of bariatric surgery including laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, vertical sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch
  • The surgical experience: pre- and post-op care
  • Home recovery: eating during healing, becoming more active, losing weight
  • Special issues: vitamins and mineral deficiencies, dehydration, dumping syndrome, lactose intolerance
  • Lifestyle changes, support systems
  • Risks, complications, when to call doctor
  • 16 pages, full-color photography and enhanced anatomical artwork
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Language Spanish

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