Can I undergo laparoscopic surgery if I have had other abdominal surgery, a hernia or a stoma in the past?
Yes. Be sure to tell your surgeon and anaesthetist about all previous operations, especially those on the abdomen and pelvis.
Can I undergo laparoscopic surgery if I have heart disease?
Yes, but you may need a medical certificate from a Cardiologist. Bariatric surgery leads to the improvement of most problems associated with heart disease, including: high blood pressure, cholesterol, lipid problems, vascular diseases.
Can I stop some medications after surgery?
When you lose weight, you may be able to reduce or eliminate the need to take many medications for high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, cholesterol or diabetes. You may be able to reduce the dose or stop using antidiabetic drugs shortly after surgery. Be sure to consult with your doctor about drug withdrawal.
Do I have to quit smoking before and after surgery?
Smoking leads to a decrease in blood supply to the body’s tissues and delays wound healing. Smoking harms any organ in the body and can increase the risk of developing: stomach ulcers, heart disease, catal ity, cancer.
Will I have to undergo plastic surgery after surgery?
Most patients have loose or flabby skin after treatment, but it is often temporary, not always prolonged. You will experience many changes between 6 and 18 months after surgery. Your individual appearance after treatment depends on several things, including weight, age, genetics and whether you exercise.
Do I need to avoid caffeine and carbonated drinks after bariatric surgery?
Yes, if possible. In the first weeks after the procedure, we should avoid coffee and carbonated drinks.
What happens if I don’t take enough protein?
The body needs additional protein during the period of rapid weight loss to maintain muscle mass. Protein is also required for proper metabolism. If you do not provide enough protein in your diet, the body will take protein from the muscles and you can become weakened.