Bariatric Surgery and liposuction: Difference & Benefits

BARIATRIC SURGERY V/S LIPOSUCTION

Bariatric Surgery is a type of Gastrointestinal Surgery done for the purpose of reducing weight and weight-related co-morbidities, Liposuction is a Cosmetic Surgery done for body shaping and contouring.

How much weight can you lose with LIPOSUCTION?

Liposuction can help you lose weight.

The reality is that most patients only lose about two to five pounds in total. The best candidates, in fact, are generally within 30 percent of a healthy weight range and have localised fat pockets they would like to reduce.

How much weight can you lose with BARIATRIC SURGERY?

If you’ve had gastric bypass surgery, you will have lost about 30% to 40% of excess body weight. With gastric bypass surgery, you lose 1 kg a week — so by six months, you’ll have lost 15-20 kg. Nine Months Post-Surgery.

What makes a good candidate for Liposuction…

Your BMI should be less than 30.
You should have fat in a particular part of the body for eg:- the stomach, thighs, and arms.

What makes a good candidate for Liposuction…

BMI more than 30 with obesity-related conditions such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, Reflux Disease, or Sleep Apnea
At least 45kg above estimated ideal weight
You have tried multiple weight loss surgeries unable to lose weight.
Committed to long-term lifestyle changes, including dietary, exercise, and medical requirements
A person with diabetic conditions, high triglyceride levels, PCOS, CVD, etc.

What makes a good candidate for Liposuction…