Obesity is a disease that affects every aspect of a human's life, from health to self-confidence. Today's lifestyles and food habits have resulted in an increase in the cases of obesity; nearly 40% of women and 12% of men are affected. The weight loss journey begins with a belief in mind.
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The best and most preferable treatment to cure obesity and its associated diseases is Bariatric Surgery. In view of more understanding of this preferable procedure, Vaidam has conducted a valuable session with renowned Obesity and Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma from Manipal Hospital, Gurgaon.
He started the session with a brief introduction about the causes of obesity and its associated diseases. Later on, he stated some valuable points or facts regarding the bariatric surgeries, such as:
- Requirements to meet for Bariatric surgeries, i.e., BMI > 32.5 with one associated disease or if BMI > 40 with no associated diseases, makes a person eligible
- Types of bariatric surgeries: restrictive surgery and malabsorptive surgery
- Brief explanation of LSG (Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy) and GB( Gastric Bypass)
- The success rate of LSG, i.e., about 70%, and GB, i.e., about 75%
- Complications and management after bariatric surgery
- Another method, i.e., the use of an Intra-gastric Balloon by Allurion for weight loss
Dr. Sharma also explained about the GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) and its treatment through medication and surgical interventions.
After this valuable session, he entertains the queries of Vaidam's team members.
About Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma
Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sharma is one of the best-known Obesity and Bariatric Surgeons. He has an experience of more than 18 years in this field. His expertise lies in performing Laparoscopic, Bariatric, and Metabolic Surgery. He is also proficient in treating obesity-induced diseases and GERD.
About Manipal Hospital, Gurgaon
Manipal Hospital, Gurgaon, is a well-structured and reputed multi-disciplinary hospital in India. It was established in 2008 and accredited by NABH, which states compliance with quality and safety standards of medical care.
It is a 100-bed hospital with more than 30 specialties. Some centers of excellence of the hospital are:
- Cardiology
- Oncology (Medical, Surgical, and Radiotherapy),
- Neurosurgery
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology,
- Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery,
- Liver Transplant,
- Urology,
- Nephrology,
- Kidney Transplant,
- Spine Surgery
- Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
Some of the state-of-the-art equipment available at Manipal Hospital, Gurgaon are:
- Fluoroscopy
- General X-rays
- Nuclear Medicine
- Dexa Scan
- Echocardiogram
- Ultrasound
- MRI 3.0 Tesla
- CT Scan
Takeaway
The session gives a brief overview of every aspect of obesity and its associated diseases. Dr. Mriganka's remarkable experience gives deep insights into bariatric surgery, its types, and success rates.
We look forward to such valuable sessions again in the future.
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