Obesity Surgery Outcomes
As it is a functional surgery, not all patients lose the same amount even if the same procedure is performed. The goal is to reach a healthy weight, which cures the patient of diseases related to obesity. The results are measured based on the excess weight lost.
To benefit at least
75% of the patients
Loss of at least
50% of excess weight
maintained
for more than 5 years.
maintained
for more than 5 years.
Provide a good quality of life
With few side effects (vomiting, diarrhea, anemia).
Reoperation rate
Less than 2% per year.
Without long-term complications
With proper follow-up.
With low risk
(surgical mortality < 1%, risk of complications < 10%).
Risks of Obesity Surgery
Before deciding on weight loss surgery, one should also be aware of the possible complications.
