Preparation for Bariatric Surgery:
What to Expect and How to Prepare?
You have made the decision to change your life
and bariatric surgery is the first big step towards a long healthy life . However, to ensure a successful procedure and a smooth recovery, it is crucial to be prepared and know what to expect. Like any other condition, obesity is a disease that has a great impact on the quality of life and requires comprehensive medical intervention.
The goal is not only weight reduction, but also the improvement of medical conditions, leading to a positive change in your new life.
The changes that will come before and after surgery will not only be physical; They occur in the emotional, social and mental environment as well . Bariatric surgery is a tool that can be very efficient in a well-prepared patient.
Below, I detail some necessary steps that you must follow to achieve successful bariatric surgery , from medical evaluations to lifestyle changes prior to surgery.
Medical Evaluations
Different specialists make up a multidisciplinary team that will ensure success in the treatment of Obesity and its associated diseases. We must have a series of prior evaluations by bariatric surgery, bariatric nutrition, psychology/psychiatry, cardiology, endocrinology and anesthesiology.
In addition to consultations with specialists, it is important to perform physical examinations and laboratory tests to evaluate and optimize your health before performing surgery.
