Is bariatric surgery safe?
A surgical procedure of any kind will always involve a certain degree of risk, and bariatric surgery is no exception. In the past, weight loss surgery was viewed as extremely risky. However, with the development of new procedures and advancements in technology, bariatric surgery is a relatively safe solution to morbid obesity. Today, the overall risk of weight loss surgery is fairly low with most patients experiencing few, if any, complications. This is not to minimize the fact that this is still a serious operation, which should only be considered after all other weight loss options have been exhausted. Once a surgeon has determined that you are a candidate for weight loss surgery, it’s very important that as a patient you reveal all pertinent medical information to your surgical team. The bariatric surgeon will assess the risks involved with your particular surgery and take every precaution necessary to ensure your safety and to reduce the risk of complications. Regardless of the typ
