Cirugía de la Obesidad - Dr. Alberto Daccach Plaza - Guayaquil

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What you should know in the moment of choosing a surgical treatment.

The surgical treatment for obesity is a major surgery. Although most of the patients enjoy an improvement of their health conditions related to obesity (mobility, self-image, self-esteem) after the good results of a weight reduction surgery, this should not constitute the fundamental motivation of the patients to submit to this procedure. The goal is to live a better life, in a healthier and longer way.

This is the reason you should take the decision to undergo this operation only after carefully studying and consulting experienced surgeon or a general doctor familiarized with the subject. A qualified surgeon should answer your questions with clarity and explain the exact details of the procedure, the situation of the recovery and the reality of the post-op care required. As a part of the routine evaluation of the weight reduction surgery, they can ask you to consult a nutritionist and a psychiatrist or therapist. This will help you establish a clear understanding of the post-op conduct changes that are essential for good long lasting results.

It is important to remember that there is no absolute guarantee of any type of medical or surgical procedure. Even the simplest procedure can present unexpected results. Never the less what can be affirmed is that this surgical obesity treatment can only be successful when the patients acquire a life long commitment. Some of the challenges that a person confronts after this treatment can be unsuspected. The changes in the lifestyle can create tense relationships in the family and marriage environment. To help the patients achieve their goals and cop with the changes the surgery takes along with it the majority of surgeons offer follow up attention that includes support groups, nutritionists, and other forms of continued education.

The definite decision of submitting to this procedure depends entirely on you. After knowing all the information you must decide if the benefits weigh more than the secondary effects and possible complications. This surgery is only a tool. The definite success depends on the strict observation of the regime recommended of diet and exercise as well as the changes in your lifestyle.