DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery

  The organs of the human body involved in digestion include the mouth, oesophagus, stomach, small intestines, large intestine (colon), and rectum. All these together are known as the digestive system. Gastrointestinal surgical procedures , therefore, are performed to treat conditions that affect the aforementioned parts. Gastrointestinal surgery is of two types - open surgery and minimally invasive surgery. Read on as we share four things about gastrointestinal surgery you should know. Conditions that Require GI Surgery There is a wide range of gastrointestinal and abdominal related conditions that may require GI surgery. Here below is a list of some of them. Peptic ulcer disease Hiatal hernia Infectious disease of the colon and rectum Reflux esophagitis and its complications Barrett’s oesophagus Radiation bowel injury Primary neoplasms of the stomach, small bowel, colon, and rectum Inflammatory bowel disease Gastrointestinal tumours Liver tumours Diseases of the biliary tract Dis...

  The rectum and colon are important parts of the large intestine which run from the end of the small intestines to the anus. They are responsible for absorbing water and storing the waste products that are excreted by the body in the form of stool. Sometimes, the diseases related to the lower digestive tract such as diverticulitis, cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease damage the rectum, colon, and anus. Colorectal surgery is a type of minimally invasive general surgery that deals with the disorders of the rectum, colon, and anus. Continuing further, in this blog post, we discuss all you need to know about Colorectal surgery. Read on. Diagnosis Some of the screening tests done by general surgeons to examine the condition of the small and large intestine, colon, and anus are colonoscopy, lower GI, and flexible sigmoidoscopy. All these tests can identify perforations and masses on bowel walls. They can also be done to look for damaged sections, polyps, tumours, abnormal areas, an...

  A hernia happens when a tissue or organ inside the body breaks through a hole in the muscles. To repair the condition, general surgeons recommend herniorrhaphy or hernia surgery that involves returning the misplaced organ or tissue to their proper position by sewing a mesh patch over the weak part of the tissue. Continuing further on the topic, we discuss three things you should know before going for hernia surgery. Read on. It is Cost-Effective Hernia surgical procedures are generally done at hospitals where the fee is nominal and can be covered by several health insurance providers. Individuals with a hernia may generally have to pay apart from travel and consultation fees to get their umbilical or inguinal hernia correct. Regardless of the cost to get the procedure done, the long-term health benefits massively outweigh the short-term expenses to get the procedure done. The Stitches Dissolve in the Skin People going for hernia surgery do not have to worry about getting their s...

  Acid reflux surgery is generally recommended for individuals who experience an unusual relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter valve muscle that causes the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. This triggers a number of unpleasant conditions such as heartburn. While heartburn can be treated non-surgically by means of lifestyle changes, in cases where the condition becomes chronic, a surgical intervention may be in order. That’s when the acid reflux surgery is recommended. Continuing on the subject, in this post, we share five things you need to know about acid reflux surgery. Read on.  There are different types of acid reflux procedures No matter which acid reflux surgery you opt for, they are all under one version of surgery called fundoplication. The procedure involves tightening and reinforcing the LES (lower esophagus sphincter) by wrapping the upper part of the stomach around the outer part of the esophagus to strengthen the sphincter muscle. Fundoplication...

  The guide to healthy weight control is to regulate and balance the energy gain from food and drinks with the energy used during daily activities. You need to consume slightly less energy-giving diets and increase your daily activities to help burn the calories to avoid storing excess fats. People who fail to lose weight through healthy eating habits and exercise can always go for weight loss solutions such as the orbera balloon procedure . It is a two-step weight loss procedure that is accompanied by coaching on healthy eating habits. In this blog, we answer some of the frequently asked questions about this medical procedure. What is an Orbera Balloon? Orbera Gastric Balloon is a balloon-like device inserted in the patient’s stomach through the oesophagus. The device stays for 6 months and is inserted through a non-surgical endoscopic procedure lasting about 20 minutes. It is a non-surgical weight loss solution for obese patients or individuals who are unwilling or medically un...

  Duodenal Switch surgery is considered one of the most effective bariatric surgical procedures to fight obesity. The purpose of the surgery is to reduce the food intake, thereby reducing the calorie intake, which is essential to overcome obesity. So if you or any of your loved one is planning to undergo Duodenal switch surgery, there are certain dietary guidelines that you would be asked to follow to get the best results. Without any further ado, let's take a look at certain dietary guidelines you need to follow when consuming solids and liquids. Read on. Eating the Right Way As you would be eating less due to the small size of the stomach, you are likely to extract fewer calories from whatever you are eating. It is, therefore, necessary that your diet comprises small and high-protein meals and you consume them in the right manner. Here are a few guidelines that you need to keep in mind when consuming solid food: Eat your meals slowly; each meal should take at least 20-30 minutes...

  Hiatal hernia is a condition where a part of the stomach bulges through the muscles of the diaphragm and extends into the chest cavity where it doesn't belong, resulting in severe acid reflux or GERD. Generally, the symptoms can be cured by regular medication, but in chronic cases, a hiatal hernia surgery may be in order. Based on the extent of the severity, your physician will suggest a suitable course of action. Continuing on the subject, let’s discuss a few things you should know about the hiatal hernia surgery. Read on. Purpose Physicians, as we discussed earlier, recommend hernia surgery as the last resort when suffering from severe complications such as ulcers, bleeding, scarring, and narrowing of the esophagus. Hiatal Hernia surgery helps in reducing the opening of the diaphragm and restoring the stomach to its original place. No medications can fix this anatomical problem. Preparations Although your physician would provide all the information necessary to prepare for th...