Obesity, as a chronic disease, not only endangers people’s physical health, but can also cause many mental and emotional complications. While traditional methods such as diet and exercise are helpful for some people, many obese people are looking for a faster and more effective solution to get rid of their excess weight.

As a new solution for obesity treatment, modern slimming surgeries help people to significantly reduce their weight and regain their health. These types of surgeries help to reduce the absorption of calories or limit the volume of the stomach by making changes in the digestive system.

New types of slimming surgeries:

• Gastric sleeve: In this method, about 80% of the stomach is removed and its volume is significantly reduced. As a result of this reduction in stomach volume, a person receives fewer calories and loses weight.
• Gastric bypass: It is one of the most well-known types of slimming surgery that is performed in two ways. The first method, which is more common, has no return and in which the upper part of the stomach is cut and the esophagus is connected to the rest of the stomach. In this bypass method, the volume of the stomach is reduced and causes not only not to eat a lot of food; But the amount of absorption also decreases. Another type of gastric bypass operation is a complex operation in which 80% of the stomach is removed and a large part of the small intestine is also cut; As a result, a large part of the digestive system is removed, and as a result, both the amount of food consumed and the absorption of food are severely limited.
• Gastric banding: In this method, an adjustable ring is placed in the upper part of the stomach, and in this way, the volume of the stomach and the amount of food intake are limited.
• Gastric balloon: In this method, a silicone balloon is sent into the stomach, and in this way, the feeling of fullness is created and the desire for food is reduced.
• Liposuction: This method involves removing fat deposits from certain areas of the body through suction and thus contouring the body.
• Lipomatics or Body Sculpting: In lipomatics, local body fat is removed without pain or bleeding, and it reduces the size of the body and is more accurate than liposuction.
• Abdominoplasty: In abdominoplasty, excess fat and skin are removed from the abdomen and its muscles are made tighter. It is often suitable for those whose skin is not elastic or whose abdomen has become loose after childbirth.

Advantages of weight loss surgery:

• Significant weight loss: These surgeries help people achieve significant weight loss, which leads to improved overall health and reduced risk of obesity-related diseases.
• Increased quality of life: By losing excess weight, People often experience increased mobility, reduced joint pain, improved self-esteem, and increased self-confidence.
• Long-term results: When combined with lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet and regular exercise, weight loss surgery can have long-term effects in maintaining weight loss. have weight.

Complications of weight loss surgery:

• Common side effects such as pain, nausea and vomiting
• More serious side effects such as bleeding, infection and intestinal obstruction
• Need for special care after surgery
• Change in eating habits and lifestyle

Choosing the right method:

Choosing the right method for weight loss surgery depends on various factors such as body mass index, health status, medical history and personal preferences of the patient. Candidates for these surgeries are usually people with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or people with a BMI of 35-39.9 with obesity-related health problems.

Conclusion:

Modern weight loss surgery can be a life-changing option for people struggling with obesity and looking to improve their health and well-being. It is necessary to fully examine the different types of surgeries, consult with an experienced and expert surgeon in the field of weight loss surgeries to choose the right method and obtain sufficient information about the benefits and complications of each method.