Obesity is a global health concern. While medications and lifestyle modifications are the most sought-after treatment modalities for treating obesity, the greatest impact is being achieved by bariatric surgical interventions. The two most commonly used procedures are laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). Bariatric surgeries have proven a significant reduction in mortality and morbidity while improving quality of life at the social and psychological levels.
The gain in popularity has exponentiated in recent times for severe and complex obese patients. The procedures are invasive and anatomically oriented, making it crucial to thoroughly understand all the factors while making an informed decision about the same. To shed more light on bariatric surgeries, various approaches, the indications, complications, and associated risk-benefit…
