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Severely Overweight and Considering Weight Loss Surgery?

September 24, 2007

Approximately 25% of the American population is obese. Many of these individuals have suffered many years with uncontrollable eating, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and diabetes, as well as the uncomfort of carrying around extra weight. With the rise of obesity, weight loss surgery has become popular both here and in Mexico.

Obese individuals have two options regarding weight loss: diet and exercise, or weight loss surgery. Unfortunately, many obese people have tried dieting and have found that weight is hard to take off and keep off. For these people, weight loss surgery offers a serious solution that requires they stick to a plan.

There are a number of weight loss surgeries available. First, gastric bypass surgery is a popular weight loss surgery for severely overweight individuals. In this surgery, the intestinal tract is rerouted, connecting a small pouch at the top of the stomach to the lower part of the intestine. The stomach's capacity is about 1 ounce, greatly reducing the amount a patient can consume. Gastric bypass surgery requires cutting of the stomach.

Next is the sleeve gastrectomy surgery. The sleeve gastrectomy surgery is similar to the gastric bypass surgery, except the stomach is stapled instead of cut. This provides a somewhat less invasive option for obese individuals.

Finally there is the lap band procedure. In this weight loss surgery, an adjustable band is placed around the stomach. The placement of this band reduces the amount a patient can eat. The lap band procedure requires no cutting or stapling of the stomach, making it a great option for individuals seeking a less invasive but effective weight loss surgery.

Many obese Americans are finding out that many weight loss surgeries are available in Mexico. Since the quality of healthcare is high and the price relatively low, Mexico has become a smart destination for those seeking weight loss surgeries.

(Posted in Mexico Gastric Bypass Surgery)

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