Bariatric Surgery Guide: Costs, Benefits, Risks, and Weight Loss Explained
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Bariatric Surgery: Weight Loss Solution? Cost, Effectiveness & Types Revealed
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News18•16-02-2026, 12:10
Bariatric Surgery: Weight Loss Solution? Cost, Effectiveness & Types Revealed
•Bariatric surgery, including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding, is recommended for severe obesity when diet and exercise fail.
•Dr. Raman Sharma explains that these surgeries reduce stomach size or bypass intestines to limit food intake and calorie absorption.
•Patients can lose 30-40% of their weight, with improvements in type-2 diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
•Post-surgery, strict diet, exercise, and follow-ups are crucial to prevent weight regain; risks are also involved.
•Cost in India ranges from 2 to 6 lakh rupees, varying by hospital and city; insurance may cover it for obesity-related health issues.