Long-Term Health Risks and Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery

EasyChair Preprint 14459

Abstract

Gastric bypass surgery, a prevalent form of bariatric surgery, is widely recognized for its effectiveness in promoting substantial and sustained weight loss among individuals with severe obesity. This procedure not only facilitates significant reductions in body mass but also offers substantial long-term health benefits, including the remission of type 2 diabetes, improved cardiovascular health, and enhanced quality of life. However, despite these positive outcomes, gastric bypass surgery is associated with a range of potential long-term health risks. These include nutritional deficiencies, such as vitamin and mineral shortages, which can lead to conditions like anemia and osteoporosis, as well as gastrointestinal issues, including dumping syndrome and bowel obstruction. Additionally, there are concerns about the psychological impacts, such as the potential for developing eating disorders or experiencing depressive symptoms post-surgery.

Keyphrases: - Diabetes remission, - Dumping syndrome, - Gastric bypass surgery, - Gastrointestinal complications, - Hypertension reduction, - Long-term health benefits, - Long-term health risks, - Nutritional supplementation, - Obesity-related conditions, - Postoperative monitoring, - Sleep apnea improvement, Bariatric surgery, Follow-up care, Patient counseling, Surgical complications, bowel obstruction, informed decision making, nutritional deficiencies, psychological health, quality of life, weight loss maintenance

@booklet{EasyChair:14459,
  author    = {Wayzman Kolawole},
  title     = {Long-Term Health Risks and Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 14459},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}