Gastric Bypass
A patient in her early 50’s underwent gastric bypass surgery, achieving significant weight loss and a renewed quality of life.
Paciente en la etapa temprana de sus 50’s se sometió a una cirugía de bypass gástrico, logrando una pérdida de peso significativa y una calidad de vida renovada.
Description
Female patient from the United States in her early 50’s who underwent gastric bypass surgery with the goal of improving her health, feeling better, and reducing long-term medical risks. At the time of surgery, she weighed 260 lb and had a BMI consistent with severe obesity. The procedure allowed for significant weight reduction and improvements in overall well-being. Beyond the physical transformation, her journey reflects the pursuit of longevity, vitality, and a renewed quality of life.
Paciente de Estados Unidos, en la etapa temprana de sus 50’s, quien se sometió a una cirugía de bypass gástrico con el objetivo de mejorar su salud, sentirse mejor y reducir riesgos médicos a largo plazo. Al momento de la cirugía pesaba 260 lb y presentaba un IMC correspondiente a obesidad severa. El procedimiento le permitió una reducción significativa de peso y mejoras en su bienestar general. Más allá de la transformación física, su proceso refleja la búsqueda de longevidad, vitalidad y una renovada calidad de vida.
This case is published with the patient’s express authorization for informational and educational purposes.
Este caso se publica con la autorización expresa del paciente para fines informativos y educativos.
Additional information
Body Type | Ectomorph (Slim, fast metabolism, little fat/muscle), Endomorph (Curvier, wider hips, more body fat) |
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Doctor | Alberto Carlos Rivas, MD |
Gender | Female |
Procedure Category | Bariatric Surgery |
Procedure Type | Gastric Bypass Surgery |
Age Group | 46–55 |
BMI (Body Mass Index) | Obese III (40+) |
Country | United States |
Goals | Live longer |
Height | 5 ft 4 in |
Health Conditions | Other |
Previous Surgeries | Other medical surgeries |
Smoking Status | Non-smoker |
Weight | 260 lbs |
Weight Stability | Recent significant weight loss |
State | Missouri |
Pregnancies | None |