Bariatric surgery is a type of weight loss surgery performed on individuals struggling with severe obesity. These surgical procedures aim to reduce the size of the stomach and/or alter the digestive process to promote weight loss and improve overall health. Here's an overview of bariatric surgery:

Types of Bariatric Surgery:

Gastric Bypass Surgery (Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass): This procedure involves creating a small pouch at the top of the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the stomach and the first section of the small intestine. Gastric bypass surgery reduces the amount of food you can eat and decreases the absorption of nutrients, resulting in significant weight loss.

Sleeve Gastrectomy: In this procedure, a large portion of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller sleeve-shaped stomach. Sleeve gastrectomy reduces the size of the stomach and decreases the production of the hunger hormone ghrelin, leading to reduced appetite and weight loss.