Bariatric surgery, popularly known as “Bari”, has been the subject of discussion between health professionals and patients seeking treatment for obesity. In a recent interview, bariatric surgeon Mauricio Mauad brought light on the new recommendations for this procedure, emphasizing the importance of risk assessment.
According to Mauad, the bariatric surgery depends on specific clinical criteria. “Everyone who has obesity, yes, depends on clinical criteria. This needs to go through an assessment, first of a surgeon sent to a team,” explained the expert.
Criteria for bariatric surgery
The doctor clarified that not all overweight people are candidates for surgery. “For those who have overweight, the best treatment is not bariatric surgery,” said Mauad. He pointed out that, according to the new rules of the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM), the indication for bariatric surgery begins from a body mass index (BMI) of 30, which characterizes obesity.
Mauad also addressed the complexity of obesity treatment, describing it as a “complex, chronic, insidious disease.” He emphasized that the treatment goes beyond surgery, involving a multidisciplinary approach.
Barriers to treatment
An alarming data presented by the surgeon reveals that out of every 100 people who need bariatric surgery, only two perform the procedure. Mauad attributes this mainly to fear and prejudice. “Fear because it is a stigmatized treatment. We had in the past complications, sequelae, today we have evolved the surgical techniques a lot,” he explained.
The expert also highlighted the suffering of patients in the face of social prejudice. “All, 100% of patients arrive at the office and say,” But everyone tells me, doctor, just close their mouth, just go to the gym, “said Mauad, emphasizing how harmful this simplistic view can be.
In the end, the surgeon stressed that for those who have an indication and make a good preparation, bariatric surgery can be an excellent treatment, with great results not only in Brazil, but all over the world. The main message is clear: obesity is a serious medical condition that requires professional evaluation and individualized treatment.
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This content was originally published in bariatric surgery depends on risk assessment, says surgeon on CNN Brazil.
Source: CNN Brasil
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