If you’re struggling with obesity and losing weight, you’re not alone. Affecting a large part of society, obesity is a disease that can seriously impact your health – both mental and physical. Not being able to lose weight despite diet changes or regular exercise can be frustrating. When being overweight poses a serious health risk,…
Endometriosis can be a painful and frustrating condition. It’s important that you know when to seek treatment and what options are available. Many women affected by endometriosis experience painful periods, cramping, heavy bleeding and bloating. Sometimes, symptoms are so strong that day-to-day activities become a struggle. While there are treatments that can give you relief,…
The main reason why your doctor may recommend surgery to remove your gallbladder are painful gallstones. Gallstones form when there is an imbalance in the substances that make up a digestive juice known as the bile. However, there might be other reasons why you might need to undergo a gallbladder removal. Today, the preferred procedure…
Weight-loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, comprises a series of procedures that can help individuals with obesity lose weight. With the right lifestyle changes and new healthy habits, weight-loss surgery can be very effective, helping patients lose weight fast. After patients lose a massive amount of weight, they might have saggy, loose skin in different parts…
Diet and exercise are great ways to stay fit or, if necessary, to lose weight. However, in some cases, stubborn fat can’t be dieted or exercised away. When the fat is located in the tummy area, there are cosmetic procedures that can help. An abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a popular plastic surgery procedure that…
A condition that is often diagnosed with a delay of several years (it takes on average 10 years for women to be diagnosed), endometriosis affects a large number of the female population. With symptoms including heavy periods, painful cramps and infertility, the condition is often misdiagnosed and there are still many misconceptions around it. What…
Laparoscopic gallbladder removal, or cholecystectomy, is one of the most common surgical procedures. This surgery is performed laparoscopically under general anaesthesia and carries only a small risk of complications. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ located in the upper right side of your abdomen, below your liver. It collects and stores a digestive fluid produced…
Heavy periods, painful cramps and difficulty having children are a few of the symptoms of endometriosis. Experts still don’t know what causes this condition and there is no definitive cure. However, there are treatments that can help women manage the pain and increase their chances of getting pregnant. In many cases, laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis…
Weight-loss surgery includes a series of procedures that help patients start a journey towards a healthier life. When patients lose a great amount of their body weight, they might experience overhanging, loose skin that can also cause hygiene issues and discomfort. Your quality of life may be impacted and you may not be able to…
Are you planning or considering an arm lift procedure? Chances are that your doctor has already explained what precautions you should take before surgery and what you should expect after the procedure is done. Just like any surgical procedure, following the guidelines provided by your doctor before and after an arm lift is crucial to…
Weight fluctuations or natural ageing can cause flabby arms, sagging skin or excess fat. Arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to reshape the under portion of your upper arm from the underarm region until your elbow. Exercise can improve muscle tone but it can’t tighten loose skin. An arm lift procedure…
Abdominal obesity is the accumulation of fatty tissue in the abdominal area. Abdominal obesity may be defined as excess deposits of fat in the abdominal region. It can be associated with fatty internal organs and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. If you wish to estimate your risk of disease, reach for a tailor’s tape measure…
When we develop disc hernias, protrusions or other conditions in our spine, we might experience pain and limited mobility. Herniated discs can be extremely painful, often causing great discomfort and affecting both our personal and professional life. Besides traditional spine surgery, there is a new procedure that can help patients treat spine conditions less invasively:…
If you’re looking to change the shape of your nose, there are different types of nose jobs to choose from. The procedure itself, known as rhinoplasty, aims to change the appearance of your nose through surgery. This can be done for aesthetic reasons as well as for medical purposes. Each nose job procedure is performed…
Single Anastomosis Stomach-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SASI-S) is one of the newest bariatric procedures and is an improved version of the Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal bypass with Sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S). What makes SASI-S one of the most popular weight-loss procedures today is the combination of the benefits of a sleeve gastrectomy (commonly known as gastric…
Implantable contact lenses have helped people correct their vision for over 20 years. ICL surgery is the procedure used to implant this special type of contact lenses, which are placed between your natural lens and the iris. The EvoVisian ICL are proprietary to STAAR Surgical and are the only lenses implantable through a minimally invasive…
The OverStitch™ Endoscopic Suturing System by producer Apollo Endosurgery is an innovative suturing technology that is used during an endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. This is why the procedure is also known as the Apollo OverStitch. KCM Clinic prides itself in using this cutting-edge technology. The Apollo OverStitch is becoming increasingly popular as a non-surgical procedure to…
If you’re considering getting a boob job, you might have a few questions about the procedure. We collected the 10 most frequently asked questions on breast implant surgery by our patients and we asked Dr. Grzegorz Kierzynka, MD Ph. D. to help us answer them. This way, we hope to clear out some of your…
Disproportionately large breasts can cause pain, physical discomfort and other health issues. Breast reduction, or reduction mammaplasty, is an effective way to surgically reduce the size and weight of breasts. The procedure often improves the quality of life of patients. We collected a series of questions that our patients often ask us. Below, you find…
Weight fluctuations, ageing and childbirth may affect the way our midsection looks. It’s frustrating to see that no matter how much you work out or diet, satisfying results are still far away. When excess skin and fat accumulate around our waist, they can be hardly dieted or exercised away. If this sounds familiar, a tummy…
Thanks to its anatomical structure, the human spine allows great freedom of movement. At the same time, it is the centre of the musculoskeletal system. The intervertebral discs of the spinal column play an important role, as they are the connection between the individual vertebral bodies; moreover, their soft structure plays a fundamental role in…
Being overweight or obese is a disease that affects a large part of society and it impacts different parts of an individual’s life. Besides the lack of quality of life, there are a series of concomitant diseases related to obesity that pose a serious health risk: these include hypertension, higher risk of heart attack and…
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is an eye surgery that adjusts defects or abnormalities of your eyelids; this can be done if droopy eyelids impair your vision or for aesthetic purposes. Many patients choose to undergo eyelid surgery to get younger looking eyes and a fresher, more alert look. As we age, our skin loses elasticity…
Breast reduction, or reduction mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves reducing the size and the weight of your breasts. Macromastia is a condition where breasts are disproportionately large and it can cause both physical discomfort and emotional distress for patients. The weight of breasts can cause pain, making it challenging for some women to…
A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that involves lifting up and pulling back the skin to create a younger look in your face. The ageing process causes the loss of youthful contours and may impact your self-confidence. Many people choose to undergo a facelift to achieve a more youthful appearance and enhance their…
Breast implant surgery, often referred to as boob job, is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. Many patients decide to get this treatment to increase the size or improve the shape of one or both breasts. It is important to know that there are different types of breast implants. If you want to have…
Breast implant surgery — also known as augmentation mammoplasty or sometimes referred to as a boob job by patients — is a cosmetic procedure that aims to adjust the shape and size of your breasts. Breast implant surgery is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries worldwide and many women choose to undergo this procedure…
Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that aims to change the shape of your breasts. Feeling uncomfortable with how your breasts are looking can impact your self-esteem; this type of surgery can help you boost your self-confidence and image. Patients typically get a breast lift when their breasts sag or…
Weight loss surgery can help people who suffer from obesity lose excess weight and get healthier. Patients undergoing this type of surgery typically lose a lot of weight and are overjoyed at their success. While having sagging skin after dramatic weight loss is normal, losing a significant amount of weight may also cause overhanging, loose…
When a previous nose job hasn’t given the results you were hoping for, a revision rhinoplasty can restore the shape and the function of your nose. Revision rhinoplasties are not uncommon, as rhinoplasty is considered one of the most challenging aesthetic surgeries and a procedure that is constantly evolving. The nose has a three-dimensional structure…
Before considering whether an open or closed rhinoplasty is best in your case, it’s important to understand what rhinoplasty is. Rhinoplasty, also called nose job or nose reshaping, comprehends a series of surgical procedures that aim to change the shape of your nose. While most nose jobs are performed for aesthetic purposes, rhinoplasty can also…
Rhinoplasty, commonly known as nose job, is a surgical procedure that aims to change the shape of your nose. Many people choose to undergo a nose job for aesthetic reasons, but this procedure may also be done for medical purposes. While it’s important to keep in mind that there is no such thing as a…
Endoscopic discectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that aims to remove herniated disc material that is pressing on a nerve or the spinal cord. When physiotherapy or other non-surgical procedures haven’t helped treat pain or mobility issues caused by hernias, spine surgery might be the only viable treatment option. Depending on the location of…
Every year couple of million men around the world undergo a vasectomy, one of the most effective ways of permanent birth control. Many families decide to undertake the vasectomy when they feel their families are complete, while others opt for a vasectomy because they simply do not want children. Naturally, people change their minds. Patients…
Obesity is quickly becoming one of the most common health problems globally. Many people struggle daily to cope with the reality of living with excessive weight and dealing with issues that range from difficulties with mobility and self-acceptance to serious health complications. It shouldn’t come as a surprise then that the interest in weight loss…
One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass, also known as Mini Gastric Bypass, or Omega Loop Gastric Bypass is a bariatric procedure. Bariatric procedures are designed to help obese or severly obese individuals lose excess weight by modifying parts of their digestive tract. There are several weight-loss procedures available, including sleeve gastrectomy, endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, gastric balloon, and SASI-S,…
With their growing availability and affordability, plastic surgery procedures are no longer a luxury solely within reach of the rich and famous. Nowadays, plastic surgery is a common way for people who are unhappy with their appearance and want to remove imperfections and enhance their natural beauty. The increased interest in both surgical and non-surgical…
Gastric bypass surgery is a common type of bariatric surgery offered to patients with advanced obesity whose previous attempts of losing weight have not brought satisfactory results. It’s a relatively straightforward procedure with life-changing effects. During the operation, a small part of the patient’s stomach is separated from the organ to create a small pouch,…
Weight loss is often seen as a path not only to a healthier lifestyle but also to achieving that perfect body that people dream of. Unfortunately, losing a lot of weight in a short period of time can result in aesthetic issues of its own, leaving patients with excess sagging skin on their bodies. While…
If you’re struggling with eyesight and are tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses, refractive surgery might be a viable solution for you. The implantable contact lenses EvoVisian ICL are implanted between your natural lens and the iris. They are soft and flexible, and can be removed at any time. You can think of it…
Single anastomosis duodeno-ileostomy with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S) and single anastomosis stomach-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SASI-S) are two bariatric procedures. Bariatric surgery, also known as weight-loss surgery, comprises a series of procedures that help patients affected by obesity lose excess weight. SADI-S and SASI-S are two of the latest procedures available. SASI-S can be considered…
Single Anastomosis Stomach-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SASI-S) can be considered a safer modified version of the Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal bypass with Sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S). The procedure combines the benefits of a sleeve gastrectomy (commonly known as gastric sleeve) and mini-gastric bypass while reducing the risk of nutritional problems in the long run. Medical advancements…
An adjustable gastric band, also known as lap band, is a bariatric procedure that reduces the stomach’s capacity to hold food. Patients will therefore feel full sooner and limit the amount of food intake. Today, adjustable gastric band is considered an outdated procedure and many doctors and facilities have stopped offering this treatment, including our…
As a multidisciplinary hospital, at KCM Clinic we offer a wide range of procedures, including advanced minimally invasive surgery for obesity and metabolic surgery, aesthetic plastic surgery, orthopaedics and spine surgery. When it comes to weight-loss surgery, we have helped hundreds of patients take back control over their health. And while the idea of travelling…
Obesity is a complex disease involving abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. An individual is considered overweight if their Body Mass Index (BMI) is 25, and obese if it’s over 30. According to the WHO, in 2016, almost 2 billion people were overweight globally. This figure underlines how the issue…
Intragastric Balloon: A non-invasive procedure to help you lose weight An intragastric balloon, or simply gastric balloon, is a medical device that is placed into your stomach to reduce the feeling of hunger and aid weight loss. The procedure is non-surgical and you can leave the clinic shortly after the balloon has been inserted. You…
Single Anastomosis Duodeno-ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy, or SADI-S, is a bariatric procedure to help you lose weight if you’re affected by severe obesity. Obesity is a disorder that has been affecting an increasing number of people worldwide. Among the obesity-related diseases are type II diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea syndrome, as well as…
Obesity is a serious and complex medical condition that can lead to many other health issues and result in an overall deterioration of a patient’s wellbeing if left untreated. Living with the baggage of excess weight can be difficult and affect every aspect of your life. It shouldn’t come as a surprise then that more and…
Drastic weight loss or natural ageing can cause sagging skin in different parts of your body, including your arms. If you want to have more toned and defined upper arms, an arm lift might be the right procedure for you. Below, we are giving you an overview of what an arm lift is, who it…
Many patients have chosen to have weight-loss surgery abroad in the last few years. There are a few different reasons for this: the main driver for an increase in popularity of weight-loss surgery abroad is cost. Travelling to get a procedure done abroad can be very convenient compared to the US or the UK. Most…
Gastric sleeve surgery, or laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, is a weight-loss procedure that involves reducing the size of your stomach in order to reduce the amount of food intake. Dr. Grzegorz Kowalski, MD, PhD is KCM Clinic’s General Surgery Specialist, Oncological Surgery Specialist, and Bariatrician. His specialty fields include oncological surgery, laparoscopic surgery for general surgery…
Bariatric treatment comprises a series of surgical and non-surgical procedures to help you lose weight. These procedures are recommended for individuals who are obese or severly obese and no diet or exercise plan has really helped them lose enough weight. Each weight loss procedure works differently and the doctor will recommend which one best works…
Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is the umbrella term for a series of medical procedures that help you lose weight. Bariatric procedures are generally recommended for people who are obese or severaly obese. If you have struggled and failed to lose weight, weight loss surgery might be an option. Procedures include: ✔️…
In recent years the trend of traveling abroad to undergo medical procedures has enjoyed a significant rise in popularity. This newfound interest in what is commonly referred to as medical tourism is the result of a variety of factors, with the increased availability and affordability of travel and medical treatments in other countries being among…
Significant weight gain often results from health and personal factors. People who struggle with obesity have various life situations and health problems. However, overweight women with PCOS share stories that have many similarities. It starts from a gradual weight gain without any lifestyle changes or excessive indulgence. Then, women experience sudden feelings of hunger even…
Many patients have decided to travel abroad to get surgery in the last few years, for a variety of reasons: high-quality treatments at affordable prices, virtually non-existent waiting lists, and the possibility to combine your medical stay with a trip to a country you’ve never been to. As medical technology and techniques advance, the treatment…
Bariatric surgery is the most popular and successful form of weight loss surgery, and among the many types of bariatric surgery one type stands out as being one of the most researched, reliable, and popular: gastric bypass. However, not many people know that there are two primary types of gastric bypass: traditional gastric bypass surgery…
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is one of the most advanced bariatric procedures. KCM Clinic prides itself in offering this cutting-edge technique thanks to the invaluable expertise of Dr. Artur Raiter, MD, one of the few surgeons in Europe who performs this procedure. Dr. Artur Raiter, MD graduated at the Medical Academy of Gdańsk and is…
When changing eating habits and exercising fails to bring satisfactory results, bariatric surgery is often the last resort for patients with advanced obesity. But while many people see it as a sure way to achieve dramatic weight loss quickly, various factors can lead to complications ranging from a weight loss plateau to weight regain. That’s…
Obesity is a disease that can seriously affect your health and well-being. It can be emotionally and mentally frustrating to not be able to lose weight despite diet changes or regular exercise. Thankfully, today’s bariatric procedures can help you in your weight loss journey. There are different techniques available and your doctor can help you…
Bariatric surgery is amazing: it helps you lose a substantial amount of excess weight in a short period of time, and it will help you keep it off. Sadly, no surgery is risk-free, and one of the side effects of rapid weight loss (due to bariatric surgery or not) is loose skin. There’s a silver…
As a fairly new but already very successful weight loss procedure, endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is becoming more and more popular among patients. Like any other bariatric procedure, endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty should not be seen as a one-and-done treatment to obesity but rather a tool to aid weight loss. Patients undergoing a bariatric procedure should…
The most common type of arthritis of the knee is osteoarthritis (OA), which is the inflammation of one or more of your knee joints. It’s a degenerative, wear-and-tear type of arthritis, where the cartilage of your joints gradually wears away. Another type of arthritis is rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an inflammatory autoimmune disease. In total, there…
Knee replacement surgery, also known as knee arthroplasty, involves replacing all or some parts of your knee with a prosthesis made from hard-wearing materials. If you’re suffering from arthritis and pain in your knee, this procedure can help you regain mobility and the pleasure of walking without pain. While knee replacement procedures are invasive, they…
What is hip arthritis? Arthritis is a condition that affects your joints. The most common type of hip arthritis is osteoarthritis, where the cartilage of your joints gradually wears away causing inflammation and pain. Arthritis can be a seriously debilitating condition but there are a few signals you can look out for to catch it…
Although most people immediately think of gastric bypass when they hear bariatric weight loss surgery, there are in fact many options for those considering bariatric surgery: gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, gastric band, etc. Each one of these surgeries has its own properties, its own way to induce weight loss, and its own advantages and disadvantages. …
Aside from the very obvious ramifications of obesity on your physical health, appearance, activity level, etc., it also has a codetermined relationship with mental health. This means that obesity leads to an increase in a wide range of mental illnesses, while, at the same time, mental illnesses also often lead to obesity.
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While gastric sleeve surgery is a life-changing weight loss procedure, it is important to remember it is an invasive surgery where a part of the stomach is removed. Your body needs considerable time to recover, and during this period, you need to restrict your activities, follow a specific diet, and take certain medications. The recovery…
Gastric Sleeve Sleeve gastrectomy, also called gastric sleeve, is an invasive surgical procedure that consists of removing part of the stomach to reduce its overall size. How much of the stomach is removed depends on each patient, but up to 70%-80% can be removed. The patient’s new stomach will be much smaller, and therefore, able…
Obesity is a civilization disease that affects a large part of society, and the problem here is not only in the lack of quality of life, but the so-called concomitant diseases of obesity, such as hypertension, high risk of heart attack and stroke, diseases of the joints, spine, depression, sleep apnoea or respiratory distress syndrome.…
Following a strict diet after surgical treatment of obesity is one the basic rules in order to fully achieve and enjoy the effects of the operation. Reducing the stomach volume significantly affects the amount of food consumed by the patient, so the type and nutritional value of products is very important for the process of…
The new SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus has already completely paralysed the world at the beginning of 2020, affecting up to now nearly 50 million people in the whole world. COVID-19, the disease caused by the new virus, attacks the respiratory tract and can lead to severe breathing difficulties, cardiopulmonary failure and even death. Although there is not…
Obesity can adversely affect health and can cause problems with blood circulation, heart function, hypertension and the skeletal system. However, these are not the only areas where we can experience problems resulting from excessive weight.
Patients undergoing surgical treatment of obesity approach the procedure with the hope that a reduction of the stomach capacity and introduction of dietary recommendations will help them to achieve a significant body weight reduction and to return to a normal BMI. Although in many cases this effect is achieved after the first operation, e.g., after…
Bariatrics is a branch of medicine that deals with the treatment of class I, II, and III obesity by making surgical changes to the gastrointestinal tract in order to reduce the amount of food that can be consumed by the patient.
According to the WHO (World Health Organisation), over 1/3 of the world’s population is overweight.
Bariatric surgery is an exceptionally effective method to tackle obesity in patients for whom attempts to change diet and lifestyle did not bring desired results. Surgical treatment of obesity is commonly performed all over the world. It enables morbidly obese patients to significantly reduce their body weight.
For many people who suffer from obesity, bariatric surgery offers the only way to regain control over their bodies and lose excessive weight. Each of the different surgery types performed as part of the obesity treatment involves certain dietary restrictions for the patient. After the operation, he needs to change his attitude towards food. It…
Obesity is a chronic disease and one of the greatest health challenges of modern society. Despite the awareness of the negative impact of excessive body mass on a persons’ health, many people are still struggling with obesity and are unable to lose weight with only dieting and physical activity.
