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Procedures
Bariatric Surgery
Surgical procedures that alter the digestive system to promote weight loss.
PLAIN ENGLISH
Patient-Friendly Explanation
Bariatric surgery changes your stomach and/or small intestine to help you eat less and absorb fewer calories. It is the most effective treatment for severe obesity.
MEDICAL
Clinical Definition
Bariatric procedures include sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and biliopancreatic diversion. Indicated for BMI ≥ 37.5 kg/m² (Asian) or ≥ 35 with obesity-related comorbidities.
KEY INSIGHT
Why It Matters
Bariatric surgery achieves 50-70% excess weight loss and can induce remission of type 2 diabetes. Long-term follow-up with a medical team is essential.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns. Accord Medical Clinic Singapore is an MOH-registered medical clinic in Singapore. Dr Joseph Wang (Family Physician) provides medical weight management consultations.