canadian obesity & bariatric surgery presentation
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Discover the alarming statistics of Canadian Obesity and learn whether bariatric surgery is a suitable choice? Learn about various weight loss surgeries and more - Presented by MexicoBariatricCenter.com.TRANSCRIPT
Bariatric Surgery Introduction
by MexicoBariatricCenter.com
Obesity Crisis in Canada
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Canadian Statistics 2011
● 4.6 Million Obese ● 5.6 Million Overweight
What Are the Risks of Obesity?● Impaired glucose tolerance (pre-
diabetes)
● Type 2 diabetes
● High cholesterol or triglyceride levels
● High blood pressure
● Coronary heart disease
● Stroke
● Sleep apnoea
● Fertility problems
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● Complications in pregnancy
● Stress incontinence (leaking urine
when you are, for example, laughing,
coughing, etc)
● Gallstones
● Cancers (including colon, breast and
endometrial (womb) cancer)
● Gout
● Fatty liver
Is Bariatric Surgery the Answer?A Strong Solution for Curing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)A large review of 621 studies involving 135,247 patients found that bariatric surgery causes improvement of diabetes in more than 85 percent of the diabetic population and remission of the disease in 78 percent.
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Duodenal Switch 95% Remission
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass 80% Remission
Adjustable Gastric Banding 60% Remission
“ Measures of quality of life that are positively affected by bariatric surgery include physical functions such as mobility, self-esteem, work, social interactions, and sexual function. Singlehood is significantly reduced, as is unemployment and disability. Furthermore, depression and anxiety are significantly reduced following bariatric surgery.”
- ASMBS (American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery)
What Weight Loss Surgery Options Are There?
- Is Lap-Band Outdated? - Which is Best?
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Gastric Banding (Lap-Band)● Gastric banding surgery is colloquially known by
brand names of the implants: Lap-Band System or REALIZE system. Both implants are very similar and use the same surgical method to induce weight loss – restrictive technique.
● Becoming outdated, due to high rates of complications and low rates of patient satisfaction.
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Gastric Bypass Surgery (RNY)● Gastric Bypass, known as the “Gold Standard.”
Gastric Bypass combines restrictive and malabsorptive techniques to produce high expected weight loss.
● Been shown to produce Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Remission in 80% of patients
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery (VSG)● Surgeon removes about 85% of your stomach,
making it look like a tube or sleeve, thus the name “sleeve” gastrectomy.
● Patients have been shown to lose 33% of excess weight in their first year.
● Patients have been shown to lose 60% of excess weight.
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Mini-Gastric Bypass Surgery● Mini Gastric bypass has very few incisions and is
done as minimally invasive as possible. Safer and shorter procedure than the traditional gastric bypass.
● High Expected Excess Weight Loss. Patients can lose up to 70 percent of their excess body weight.
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Duodenal Switch Surgery● Duodenal Switch surgery, also known as
biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS) is a powerful weight loss and metabolic surgery.
● Duodenal Switch is so powerful that 98% of patients with type 2 diabetes are “cured” after the surgery.
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Expected Weight Loss For Each Surgery?
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When Will You Be Back To Work?
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Am I a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?● Between 18 to 60 y/o with an
BMI (Body Mass Index) over 35. ● Furthermore, patients with co-
morbidities are highly qualified for bariatric surgery. Co-morbidities include:
○ Type 2 Diabetes○ Hypertension○ High Cholesterol○ Sleep Apnea and more.
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● Are roughly 100 lbs. over their ideal weight.
● Realistic Expectations pre and post surgery.
● Aware of the possible risks and complications of surgery.
● Dedicated to post-surgery lifestyle changes.
What are the costs involved? How much can I save with Medical Tourism?● The costs will vary but will depend on several factors, including which
surgery type, BMI, previous surgeries, location, surgeon experience,
hospital and more.
● In Mexico, the costs are typically one-third (⅓) the price of the U.S. Gastric
Bypass can run between $18,000 to $30,000 -- but in our centers, patients
can undergo surgery for less than $7,000.
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What Makes Mexico Bariatric Center a Top Choice?● Mexico Bariatric Center has helped hundreds of patients achieve weight
loss success.● MBC has a Dedicated Nutrition & Aftercare Personnel to Help Patients
Achieve Weight Loss Success. ● MBC Has over 10 Years Experience.● Member of BBB & the Medical Tourism Association.
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What is the Process?● Contact our helpful Patient Coordinators.● Get Approved for weight loss surgery.● Book and Schedule your surgery.● Consult our Nutritionist.● Begin your Pre-Operative Diet. ● Undergo Surgery.● Consult with Nutritionist to develop health lifestyle.
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Any Questions?
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