Five Ways Bariatric Surgery Affects Heart Health

One medical treatment for extreme obesity that has shown significant effects on cardiovascular health is bariatric surgery. This surgical method has been associated with significant reductions in cardiovascular risk variables, in addition to its main aim of weight loss.

Research shows that after surgery, there are improvements in insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and hypertension, all of which lessen the risk of cardiovascular events. The processes include not just weight loss but also beneficial changes in adipose tissue, inflammation, and control of metabolism. Recognizing bariatric surgery’s cardiovascular advantages highlights the procedure’s potential as a holistic treatment approach that addresses obesity and related cardiovascular problems.

Cardiac health may benefit from bariatric surgery, often referred to as weight reduction surgery. The following is an explanation of how bariatric surgery affects cardiovascular health by Dr. Ankit Potdar, Consultant in General Surgery at SRV Hospitals, Goregaon:

Loss of weight
Bariatric surgery causes malabsorption, which limits food intake, and results in large and long-lasting weight reduction. Many cardiovascular disease risk factors, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance, may be lowered with this weight loss.

enhanced lipid profile
It has been shown that bariatric surgery improves lipid profiles by lowering triglyceride, LDL (the “bad”), and total cholesterol levels. This enhancement has the potential to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, including strokes and heart attacks.

regulation of blood pressure
It may result in a drop in blood pressure, improving hypertension management. Reduced blood pressure lessens the burden on the heart and blood vessels, which lowers the chance of developing cardiovascular illnesses.
Reduced inflammation
Reductions in inflammatory markers, such as C-reactive protein (CRP), which are connected to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, have also been related to surgery. A less inflammatory environment benefits the cardiovascular system.
enhanced glycemic management
Glycemic control is especially improved by bariatric surgery in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity. Patients with better diabetes control have a lower chance of cardiovascular disease.