Gastric bypass surgery is a major procedure that will also have a major impact on your life. The gastric bypass New Haven patients undergo will have many benefits including:
1. Patients who undergo gastric bypass in New Haven can lose an average of 77 percent of their access weight. This is extremely hopeful for those who have struggled with other weight loss programs in the past. In fact within the first six months following surgery patients have lost as much as 30 to 50 percent. It takes a good two years to reach the ultimate weight loss goals but it is progressive and noticeable keeping you motivated. You will also be able to continue to keep the weight off in order to avoid obesity related health issues for the rest of your life.
2. Following gastric bypass surgery the average life expectancy improved by 89 percent. As well the risk for premature death went down by 30 to 40 percent. Because you will be able to keep weight off more easily you can expect to reduce your risk for obesity related diseases. For example risks to Type II diabetes decreased or even resolved by as much as 86.5 percent for those who underwent gastric surgery. Other health issues such as coronary artery disease decreased in 56 percent of gastric bypass patients and sleep apnea in 85 percent.
3. Many people forget that obesity can also increase their risk for some cancers. There was a decrease in cancer in 60 percent of patients. Other improvements included a 75 percent decrease in the occurrence of hypertension and 93 percent decrease in Hyperlipidemia/cholesterolemia.
4. Further good news about gastric bypass surgery is that 10 to 14 years post surgery patients were able to maintain a far healthier weight as well as continue to stave off signs of health issues such as diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol.
If you are more than 100 lbs overweight or have a Body Mass Index higher than 40 you could be an excellent candidate for gastric bypass surgery. You can speak to your doctor to find out what their thoughts are and learn more about what the surgery and lifestyle changes will entail.
