DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery

Imagine being able to effectively reduce the size of your stomach, without exposing yourself to surgical intervention? If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, then you should ask your physician about endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty . ESG is a new type of bariatric intervention that is performed during an endoscopy. Sutures are applied to your stomach during the procedure in order to modify its anatomy. Since sutures can be placed through the endoscopic device, no surgical intervention is required.  The biggest benefit of this procedure is the weight loss resulting from stomach size reduction. There’s also an added bonus of a quicker recovery and reduced risk of complications when compared to other bariatric procedures. How Will Your Bariatric Specialist Perform ESG? During ESG, a camera and tube are introduced down your esophagus into your stomach. The tube is flexible in order to mold to the anatomy of the human digestive system. The camera provides the endosc...

A Hernia is an abnormal condition in which an organ pushes through an opening in the tissue or muscle that holds it in place. It allows tissues from the inside of the abdominal cavity to protrude or “herniate.” Inguinal hernias are the most common type of Hernia, accounting for 75 percent of hernias that affect the abdominal wall. Surgical correction of Hernia is a common remedy to return displaced organs to their original place. We present an introductory guide to Hernia and its surgical procedures in this blog post. Take a look. Types of Hernia Hiatal Hernia (Diaphragm) Inguinal Hernia (Groin area) Epigastric Hernia (Between the navel and sternum) Femoral Hernia ( Top of the inner thigh) Umbilical Hernia (In the belly button) Incisional Hernia (Results from abdominal surgery) Causes of Hernia Hernia is caused due to a combination of muscle strain and weakness. Some common causes of muscle weakness include: Damage from surgery or injury Failure of the abd...

General surgery is a branch of medical science that attends to issues with patients’ abdominal wall and gastrointestinal tracts, including the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, appendix and bile ducts, and sometimes the thyroid gland. There are different general surgical procedures to treat different conditions depending on a particular case. It is always advisable to consult a general surgeon when considering general surgery . Continuing on the topic, in this blog post, we look at the kind of procedures carried out in general surgery. Colorectal Surgery Colorectal surgery deals with correcting a number of complications related to the colon, rectum, and anus. Many surgical procedures fall under the umbrella of colorectal surgery, namely - colostomy, ileostomy, ileoanal anastomosis, endoscopic surgery, colectomy. The surgeries repair damage caused to the colon, rectum, or anus by lower digestive tract diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease,...

Many Dallas / Fort Worth residents struggle with their weight as is the trend in many parts of the country. For some, finding a way out of obesity feels nearly impossible. Despite experimenting with a wide variety of approaches, there’s no improvement. So, what’s next? When exercise and diet fail to deliver the expected results, it may be time to try minimally invasive surgical approaches such as gastric bypass. What You Need To Know About Gastric Bypass A gastric bypass is a type of weight loss or bariatric surgery performed in the stomach. By surgically modifying this part of the digestive system, the size of the stomach is reduced and the food absorption process changed. This means that patients feel satiated with less food and also absorb a smaller portion of the calories they ingest. At the end of the day, this leads to weight loss and an improved health state. Are You Eligible For Gastric Bypass? Bottom line? It’s up to you and your bariatric doctor. Ultimately the decisi...

If you’re looking to opt for weight loss surgery to get a new lease of life, simply being overweight is not qualification enough for the procedure. To ensure that you enjoy optimal health post the surgery and your body does not adversely react to the procedure, a medical expert will advise you to undergo a host of tests before giving the green light for Weight Loss Surgery in Dallas, TX . Here’s what you need to know about pre-evaluation for any type of weight loss surgery. What Tests Are Required Before a Weight Loss Surgery? It is important for the surgeon conducting your weight loss surgery in Dallas, TX that all parameters and details regarding your health be brought to their attention. There is a host of medical conditions that may affect the success of your Weight Loss Surgery, and if left undetected, they could even risk a patient’s life. Hence, it is important to be frank with your surgeon and divulge all information regarding your health. You must also conduct all of t...

Bariatric surgery, or weight loss surgery, is an effective treatment for morbid obesity. The procedure either makes the stomach smaller and reroutes the intestines, or involves removing a part of the stomach, which makes the person feel full faster and absorb fewer minerals and nutrients. If you are planning to undergo bariatric surgery in Dallas , Fort Worth, TX  or anywhere else, it helps to have some basic knowledge about the procedure and seek answers to any questions you may have. On that note, in this blog post, we answer five frequently asked questions about bariatric surgery. Have a look. How do I know if I am eligible for bariatric surgery? For you to be eligible for Bariatric Surgery, your BMI should be more than 40, or more than 35 accompanied by health issues associated with obesity. You must be mobile, and medically and psychologically stable. When can I start working out after surgery? Do not lift any heavy objects for the first six weeks after surgery. If you ...