Introduction to Bariatrics
Bariatrics is the specialized branch of medicine that deals with the causes, problems and prevention of obesity. It provides treatment for overweight people, giving them a comprehensive program with appropriate diet, nutrition, exercises, behaviour modification, changes in life style etc. In some extreme cases, there are also appetite suppressants and other necessary medicines given to the patients.

Bariatrics in Apollo
Indian Holiday Pvt Ltd have tied up with Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, a world renowned super-specialty hospital to provide you world class laparoscopic weight loss procedure at a very reasonable and affordable cost which is about thirty percent of what you would pay in USA, UK or Australia. Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi is also the first Indian hospital accredited by the JCI (Joint Commission International ) of the USA.. Dr. A.K.Kriplani, expert laparoscopic bariatric surgeon at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital can help you in achieving sustained and permanent weight loss. Many patients from different part of the world have benefited and have praised the quality of medical care. This coupled with our exemplary supportive services will make your trip not only comfortable but truly memorable. You can also combine with your medical trip with various interesting tours provided with us either before or after the surgery

Severe obesity is being increasingly recognized as a major health threat. Obesity becomes "morbid" when it reaches the point of significantly increasing the risk of development of other medical illnesses & even shortening of life span. Morbid obesity is a chronic disease, meaning that symptoms build slowly over a period of time. Diet and exercise alone are seldom effective in controlling morbid obesity. It has become increasingly clear that those with morbid obesity may not be able to get their weight under significant control on their own without surgery.

Two Choices. One Goal

Laparoscopic gastric bypass and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding are the two procedures recommended by the US National Institutes of Health and are polular. to treat extreme weight gain.

The most commonly performed surgery in the USA is Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. It involves refashioning the stomach into a small pouch and bypassing part of the small intestine. This not only limits the absorption of food but also produces a feeling of fullness with a small meal. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass has been used for years with clinical results attesting to its effectiveness. Since the surgery is performed by laparoscopy, only three to four days of hospitalization is required after the procedure. The patient can recover for another 4 days in New Delhi and one can leave for home in about 7 to 8 days after the procedure.

Lap-Band surgery or laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding is a less extreme alternative that is rapidly gaining popularity the world over. This is the most commonly performed bariatric procedure in UK, Europe and Australia. Approved by the FDA, the procedure involves less risk than the Roux-en-Y. Instead of bypassing the stomach, a balloon-like device is banded around the stomach to produce a small upper gastric pouch, which causes an early feeling of fullness and satiety after a small meal. The balloon - like device is inserted through a small incision and inflated to cinch the stomach and limit its capacity. The operation takes about 60 minutes and usually requires a one-day hospital stay. The band can later be tightened or loosened as needed-without further surgery-by adjusting the amount of solution through a portal under the patient's skin. The device can even be removed entirely if necessary. Reduced risk, simplicity and reversibility make the Lap-Band very attractive option. At the Apollo Weight Loss Center, you will get a truly comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach for weight loss. The team consists of Dr. A.K.Kriplani, laparoscopic surgeon with special interest in treating obese patients, endocrinologists, dieticians, psychiatrists, gastroenterologists, cardiologists, pulmonologists,

Bariatric Facilities at Apollo

Apollo offers the latest in Bariatric Treatment .There is advanced Bariatric Surgery Program at Chennai and Delhi. To learn more about Bariatric Surgery and other bariatric treatments offered by Apollo, you can browse the links below.

Procedures and Prices

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