Cirugía bariátrica: Implementación de dieta y recomendaciones nutricionales

Abstract

Bariatric surgery has been implemented as an alternative for weight loss when traditional methods have not worked. According to the WHO, obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death, responsible for 400,000 deaths per year. In our environment where obesity predominates, it is essential to maintain a weight appropriate to our size to avoid long-term health problems. Although surgery has its advantages in improving the quality of life of these patients, one of its major shortcomings is the nutritional deficiencies that appear after surgery. This often leads to complications that could put life at risk. For this reason, comprehensive management by the treating physician, nutritionist, psychologists and even social workers who contribute their knowledge is necessary in order to change the patient’s eating habits. This article details some of the most commonly used nutritional and dietary habits to avoid nutritional deficiencies. However, the diet must be individualized for each patient and according to their needs to achieve the desired success.