Bariatric Surgery: Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
3 Bariatric Surgery Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
Obesity is one of the leading preventable causes of death. One treatment for obesity is bariatric surgery and while there’s no question bariatric surgery helps with weight loss, did you know there are additional health benefits? Below are three benefits of bariatric surgery that go beyond just weight loss.
1. Improved Quality of Life
Bariatric surgery has been known to improve health and longevity. Measures of quality of life include:
- A decrease in physical limitations
- Less fatigue and pain
- Higher self-esteem
- Improved social interactions
- Reduced anxiety and depression
2. Improved Health
There are several diseases that are caused or worsened by obesity. Bariatric surgery is associated with improving or even curing certain co-morbidities, such as:
3. Increased Life Expectancy
Obesity has been linked to a shorter life span. In fact, several large studies have researched the following statistics:
- An 89% reduction in mortality throughout a 5-year observation period of bariatric patients
- A 90% reduction in death from diabetes
- A 50% reduction in death from heart disease
- A 60% reduction in cancer mortality
Although all surgeries involve risk, the benefits of bariatric surgery are well documented. Your Mercy bariatric care team is available to discuss any questions or concerns you may have. Mercy is committed to providing the highest quality care and expertise through every step of your weight loss journey.
