How Reducing Obesity with Bariatric Surgery Can Save You from Cardiac Diseases
Obesity is more than just a matter of excess weight; it’s a complex health condition that significantly impacts various aspects of the body, particularly the heart. As obesity rates continue to climb globally, so do the incidences of associated health issues, most notably cardiac diseases. These include heart attack, stroke, hypertension, and congestive heart failure. […]
Asthma Triggers in Obese Patients: How Bariatric Surgery Can Help
Asthma can be particularly challenging to manage in individuals struggling with obesity. The extra weight not only intensifies asthma symptoms but complicates their overall management. Here we will explore the unique challenges faced by obese patients with asthma, delve into the triggers exacerbated by excess weight, and discuss how bariatric surgery can serve as a […]
Bariatric Surgery may help overcome the challenges of Knee Surgery in Patients with Obesity
Knee surgery is a crucial intervention for patients suffering from severe knee problems, including arthritis and injury-induced damage. However, for super-obese patients, traditional knee surgery presents unique challenges that can complicate both the procedure and the recovery process. This blog explores the obstacles associated with performing knee surgery on patients living with obesity and discusses […]
Bariatric Surgery – Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
Bariatric surgery may often be seen as the final step for those seeking to lose weight but it is also transformative for so many grappling with the chronic disease of obesity. Its well-known capacity for inducing very significant weight loss is just the tip of the iceberg. The benefits of bariatric surgery cause a cascade […]
How Gastric Bypass Surgery Can Lead to Long-Term Remission of Type 2 Diabetes
In managing and potentially reversing type 2 diabetes, gastric bypass surgery has emerged as a procedure that both treats obesity and also has a profound impact on diabetes remission. This blog delves into the mechanisms behind gastric bypass surgery and its role in fostering long-term diabetes remission, providing insight into why it has become a […]
Bariatric Surgery: A Promising Solution for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a prevalent and serious sleep disorder characterised by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. These interruptions, known as apnoeas, significantly impact the quality of sleep and overall health, leading to increased risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes. In the quest for effective treatment solutions, especially for patients with obesity, […]
The Link between Bariatric Surgery and Improvement in Sleep Apnoea Symptoms
Sleep apnoea is a common sleep disorder characterised by pauses in breathing or shallow breathing during sleep. These interruptions can occur multiple times throughout the night, leading to fragmented sleep and poor oxygenation of the body. Left untreated, sleep apnoea can significantly impact one’s quality of life and increase the risk of serious health conditions […]
How To Manage Dumping Syndrome After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a life-changing procedure. It offers the promise of substantial weight loss and improved health. However, it comes with its own set of challenges. One common postoperative issue is dumping syndrome, a condition that can be uncomfortable and even debilitating if not properly managed. In this article, we’ll explore what dumping syndrome is […]
Does my private health insurance cover bariatric surgery?
Does my private health insurance cover bariatric surgery? …. Most patients are surprised to hear the answer is YES !! In Ireland, if you have private health insurance and you meet the general criteria in international guidelines to qualify for weight loss/metabolic/bariatric surgery, then the chances are your health insurance will cover the cost of […]
Which Bariatric or Metabolic Operation is right for me?
The choice of bariatric operation that is right for you can be confusing. There are advantages and disadvantages to all procedures and unfortunately no magic equation or algorithm which can dictate which operation each individual patient should have. Sometimes there is a clear clinical indication that influences the choice of procedure, for example, a patient […]
