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Imaging of the Bariatric Patient
Describes the different Bariatric Surgeries and the Radiology Procedures that may be performed
Author: Rachel Fierro, written on Sunday June 5th 2005 - 7:41 PM Credits: 0
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Severely obese is a disease of excess energy stored in the form of fat, according to the American Society for Bariatric Surgery. Being severely obese brings with it an increased risk for a shorter life span and an increase in illnesses that are called comorbidities. Type 2 diabetes is more common in obese individuals, which over time can lead to serious complications including; heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, eye disease, foot problems, and neuropathy just to name a few. High blood pressure and heart disease is common when the body has excess weight placing strain on the heart’s function. Resulting high blood pressure can result in a stroke or significant damage to the kidneys and heart. High cholesterol levels can also occur due to being obese, and the result will be hardening of the arteries as they become clogged with lipids. Other serious medical conditions included in this group of comorbidities including arthritis, gallbladder disease, gout, infertility, liver disease, low back pain, sleep apnea, reflux, and depression just to name a few. Obesity is calculated by determining a persons Body Mass Index (BMI), which is correlated to total body fat content. BMI is calculated at weight (kg)/height (m)2.
