Morbid Obesity and Surgical Treatment Options

Morbid obesity is a treatable condition due to advancements in surgical techniques.

Definition and Health Risks of Morbid Obesity

For an individual to be classified as morbidly obese, their body mass index (BMI) must be significantly high.

Obesity leads to serious health complications, including:

• Heart failure,

• Joint disorders,

• Hypertension,

• Diabetes.

As individuals age, the risk of developing these diseases increases significantly. In severe cases, obesity can limit a person’s ability to live independently.

Surgical Solutions for Morbid Obesity

In recent years, weight-loss surgeries such as sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve surgery) have gained popularity in the United States, Europe, and Turkey.

This procedure is highly effective for patients with a BMI of 35 and obesity-related diseases or those with a BMI of 40 and above.

After sleeve gastrectomy surgery, patients experience 50–60% weight loss, leading to significant improvement in diabetes and other obesity-related conditions.

Additional Surgical Options

Along with sleeve gastrectomy, other procedures such as gastric bypass and intestinal surgeries are also performed when medically indicated.