Bariatric surgery includes a variety of procedures performed on people who are obese. Long term weight loss through the standard of care procedures is largely achieved by altering gut hormone levels responsible for hunger and satiety, leading to a new hormonal weight set point.
How Much Does Weight Loss Surgery Cost In South Africa
A patient who undergoes a gastric bypass procedure is fully anaesthetized for up to three hours, and specialized skills are required to complete the surgery. Accordingly, the associated medical costs for the surgery alone can be anywhere in the region from R100 000 to R150 000!
Where can I do weight loss surgery in South Africa?
The only internationally accredited centre in South Africa for the treatment of bariatric and metabolic conditions is located at Netcare Waterfall City Hospital in Midrand, Gauteng. It is the principal centre for the four other locally accredited bariatric centres of excellence located at Netcare hospitals.
What is the weight loss surgery called?
Gastric bypass and other weight-loss surgeries known collectively as bariatric surgery involve making changes to your digestive system to help you lose weight. Bariatric surgery is done when diet and exercise haven’t worked or when you have serious health problems because of your weight.
What are the 3 weight-loss surgery options?
There are currently three primary weight loss (or bariatric) surgeries being performed across the United States. They are Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, adjustable gastric banding and sleeve gastrectomy.
How Safe Is weight-loss surgery?
Bariatric Surgery Among the Safest Surgical Procedures
While any surgical procedure has risks, bariatric surgery has been found to be one of the safest surgeries to undergo. It is considered as safe or more safe when compared to other elective surgeries.
What do you need to qualify for weight-loss surgery?
To be eligible for weight-loss surgery, you must meet the following requirements: Have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or have a BMI between 35 and 40 and an obesity-related condition, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or severe sleep apnea.