Bariatric Surgery

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What is the typical weight loss for obese people through dieting, exercise, and lifestyle intervention?

6-8% body weight (correct)

20-25% body weight

10-15% body weight

30-40% body weight

Why do most people regain weight after dieting?

Due to decrease in basal metabolic rate (correct)

Due to genetics

Due to increase in basal metabolic rate

Due to lack of exercise

What is the estimated weight loss maintenance rate for bariatric surgery?

5-10% up to 5 years

10-15% up to 10 years

25-30% up to 20 years

15-25% up to 20 years (correct)

What is the term used to describe the effects of bariatric surgery on diabetes and metabolic syndrome?

Metabolic surgery (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of bariatric surgery?

Long-term survival benefit and improvement in quality of life (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of surgery for people with severe obesity?

Medications can be reduced or stopped as glycaemic control improves (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of bariatric surgery?

To reset the homeostatic set point (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to NICE, who should be considered for bariatric surgery?

People with severe obesity who have tried non-surgical measures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated duration of weight loss maintenance for bariatric surgery?

Up to 20 years (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of people fulfilling the eligibility criteria are estimated to have no medical or psychological reason not to have surgery?

80% (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the term 'metabolic syndrome'?

Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidaemia, and polycystic ovary syndrome (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated percentage of people who might want bariatric surgery?

10% (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is important for achieving improved outcomes in bariatric surgery?

A multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of death after bariatric surgery?

DVT/PE (D) Signup and view all the answers

How long is appropriate prophylaxis usually used for after bariatric surgery?

At least 1 week (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is important for biochemical guidance after bariatric surgery?

Regular blood tests (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the baseline blood tests for patients?

Full blood count, urea and electrolytes, liver function tests, thyroid function tests, ferritin, folate, vitamin D, Ca++, parathyroid hormone plus HbA1c, fasting glucose, lipid profile (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of full blood count, urea and electrolytes, and HbA1c tests after gastric banding?

Annually (C) Signup and view all the answers

What additional tests are required after gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, or BPD/DS compared to gastric banding?

Liver function tests, ferritin, folate, vitamin D, Ca++, and parathyroid hormone tests (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for vitamin B12 tests after gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, or BPD/DS?

Every 6 months, then annually (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely cause of the patient's presentation with polyneuropathy and severe paraesthesia after a gastric bypass?

Vitamin B12 deficiency (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended test for a patient presenting with steatorrhoea?

Vitamin A test (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Understanding Severe and Complex Obesity

Obesity is becoming a major health issue in the 21st century
Dieting and lifestyle interventions can lead to 6-8% weight loss in the short term, but most people regain weight due to a decrease in basal metabolic rate

Rationale for Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery can alter the body's homeostatic set point, leading to 15-25% weight loss maintenance up to 20 years
Surgery leads to long-term survival benefits, improves obesity-related diseases, and enhances quality of life

Metabolic Surgery

Metabolic surgery can improve type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidaemia, and polycystic ovary syndrome
Surgery can have a greater impact on metabolic syndrome than weight loss itself

Eligibility for Bariatric Surgery

NICE recommends considering bariatric surgery for people with severe obesity who have tried non-surgical measures with no adequate weight loss
Patients with shorter duration of type 2 diabetes have a higher rate of remission or improvement

Multidisciplinary Assessment

Patients should be assessed and managed by a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals with varied backgrounds and expertise
High-volume, specialized units tend to achieve improved outcomes

Complications and Perioperative Care

The main cause of death after surgery is now DVT/PE, and prophylaxis is usually used for at least 1 week
Appropriate management is necessary for post-surgical complications

Follow-up and Nutritional Supplements

Blood tests should be performed at baseline and regularly after surgery to monitor nutritional deficiencies
Specific tests and supplements are recommended after different types of bariatric surgery

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Description

Learn about bariatric surgery, including its rationale, eligibility, and common operations, as well as how to manage perioperative complications and follow-up care. Understand the concept of metabolic surgery and its role in treating obesity.