Primary Obesity Surgery Endolumenal Treatment

It is a weight loss procedure which is done by using an endoscope without making any cut on the body. It is a less invasive surgery and ideal for those individuals who want to lose weight between 25 to 70 pounds. To lose over 100 pounds, people choose bariatric surgery treatment. In this process, folds are made in the stomach which reduces the food holding capacity. This change makes you feel fuller by eating a small amount of food. It is an outpatient weight loss operation in which a person can go home within the same day.

Criteria for POSE Surgery

There are the following points which are considered before going for this operation. It is done according to the following criteria:-

• Unsuccessful attempts of non-surgical weight loss treatments.
• Individuals who want to make significant changes in their lifestyle like balanced diet and exercises.
• Patients who are eager to lose weight below 100 pounds and whose BMI is from 30 to 40.

Benefits of POSE Surgery

There are many advantages of this process:-

• If it is required then it can be reversible.
• It leaves no scars.
• Endoscope is inserted through the mouth.
• Less pain and discomfort.
• No cuts are made in the abdomen
• Quick healing process.

Procedure of Primary Obesity Surgery Endolumenal

This is fast and effective procedure to treat obesity in individuals and it is carried out in the following way:- 

1. Before the Procedure

Individuals should share their medical and family history with their doctor before starting the procedure. You will ask to stop taking any medicines during the treatment because it can alter the effectiveness of the procedure.

2. During the Procedure

The process occurs in the following ways:-

• It starts by giving anesthesia to the patient.
• It is an outpatient technique in which an endoscope is inserted through the mouth. A special type of endoscopic surgery tool is used to view the stomach.
• After reaching to your stomach, this incisionless operating platform tool grasp, fold and fasten the sections of the stomach tissue together.
• This tool makes many stomach folds and then stitches them with sutures. These sutures anchor tissues in the gastrointestinal tract and the stomach.

3. After the Procedure

This is an outpatient surgery in which a patient can leave the hospital at the same day after completing the procedure. The doctor will advise some instructions, like no strenuous physical exercise and other activities for a few days. You will be asked to take pain killers for any discomfort and pain.

Diet Plan after POSE Surgery

There are some foods and drinks that should be avoided after the POSE surgery. Such as, spicy foods, caffeinated beverages, fatty foods, sweets and meat. For a few days you will be advised to avoid milk, broth, water and juice. Gradually your healthcare provider will add some food to your diet over the period of time. 

Recovery after POSE

It has fast recovery in comparison to other types of surgeries. There is no requirement of a deep cut in the stomach. Patient has to stay in the hospital for a whole night under observation. This is the best and effective solution to lose weight without making any large and deep cuts. The combination of lifestyle and this operation can help to achieve the goal of weight loss in the best way.

Cost of POSE Surgery Treatment

It is an ideal option for those individuals who want to lose weight up to 30 kgs. This endoscopic surgery is mostly preferred by people because of its less invasive technique. It will cost you between 2 lakhs to 5 lakhs, this is an estimated value which can vary from city to city and hospital to hospital. To know the exact cost of the treatment, you have to visit and consult the doctor. Then he or she will guide you according to your health condition.