Bariatric Surgery

Complications of Bariatric Surgery

    Are you aware of the complication of Bariatric surgery?

    Is the health complication of Bariatric surgery more than the risk of obesity?


Bariatric surgery is a tool using which one can loose weight. It’s not magic and it does not work all alone. Its successfulness is hidden behind the changes undertaken by the individual undergoing the operation.

After the operation one may suffer from following Complication of Bariatric surgery:-

  • Death in case the patient is extremely obesed.
  • Malnutrition caused due to inappropriate intake of vitamins & minerals
  • Infection or bleeding from the site of operation
  • Further it can lead to disease such as pellagra, beriberi, or kwashiorkor which can damage our nervous system.
  • It may result in complexity like strictures and hernia.

The answer to the above question is yes, as obesity is a chronic disease which is progressive in nature & moreover it is life threatening. The fact remains that if the suggested precautions are taken after Bariatric surgery its benefits will itself cover all the risks associated with it.

Research indicates that almost 10% of patients who undergo Bariatric surgery have unsatisfactory results.

Reasons behind this are as follows-

  • Frequent intake of high-calorie foods
  • Lack of routine exercise

Technical problems that may happen during the operation, like a stretched pouch or separated stitches, may also be found responsible for unsatisfactory weight loss. Necessary precautions must be taken to save ourselves from the complication of Bariatric surgery

Note:-Before taking a decision one must have a discussion with individuals who have undergone such an operation and are aware of the complication of Bariatric surgery.