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Page 1: Ethical Dilemma D Controversial Surgeries: Bariatric Surgery.

Ethical Dilemma D

Controversial Surgeries:

Bariatric Surgery

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OverviewGastric Bypass Surgery is a

controversial surgery used to treat obesity.

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Words to know Bariatric - The branch of medicine that deals with the

causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity.

Obese – Very overweight; adults with a BMI greater than 30 or anyone more than 100 pounds overweight are considered obese.

Laparscopic - A flexible instrument, passed through a small incision in the abdominal wall. It is used to examine the abdominal cavity or perform surgery.

Comorbidities – Medical conditions that can occur in obese people.

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The Digestive System This is what a

stomach looks like.

The food travels from the esophagus into the stomach.

This is the esophagus.

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Gastric Bypass Procedure

Part of the lower intestines is connected to the upper portion of the stomach.

The stomach is reduced to a little pocket.

This is a picture of a stomach AFTER a gastric bypass is performed.

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Risks and Complications Allergic Reactions Anesthetic

Complications Bleeding Blood Clots Infection Leaking Narrowing Indigestion, Reflux or

Ulcers Hair Loss

Dumping Syndrome Bowel Obstruction Laparoscopic Surgery Risks

Side Effects of Drugs Loss of Bodily Function Hernia

Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies

Inadequate Weight Loss Excessive Weight Loss Complications of Pregnancy Death

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Teen Undergoes Controversial Surgery,

Loses 198 Pounds

This report appeared on ABC News

April 30, 2007

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KeAira Willis Before Surgery

Before surgery, KeAira Willis stood at 5 feet 1 inch and weighed 368 pounds.

The surgery reduced her stomach to the size of a walnut.

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Specialists at the Texas Children’s Hospital

Dr. William Klish – head of the obesity clinic

Dr. Michael Helmrath – a pediatric surgeon

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KeAira Willis After SurgeryKeAira Willis has lost

close to 200 pounds in 15 months.

She has to take special vitamins and attend group therapy.

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