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)

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