dr Alex MirasWhat is a biliopancreatic diversion, and do I qualify for it?This video explains the biliopancreatic diversion surgery, similar to duodenal switch surgery, and rarely conducted. It is classified as an extreme type of weight loss surgery, causing malabsorption and unpleasant nutritional complications.
dr Alex MirasHow do amphetamine suppress appetite?Here I discuss the impact amphetamines have on weight loss by impacting the hypothalamus in the brain combined with their ability to increase energy expenditure.
dr Alex MirasHow can I get help with my obesity?This video addresses the type of help available to obese individuals. Lifestyle modification programs are classified with the Tier 2 program, inclusive of the NHS diabetes prevention program. Tier 3 is usually a management options that refers to a specialist and will involve an element of hospital intervention.
dr Alex MirasWhat happens if my bariatric surgery operation is unsuccessful?Here I discuss the difficulty in defining success in relation to surgical outcomes and further replace this notion with the optimal response. Additionally, I discuss the options for increasing this optimal outcome that individuals and specialists aim for.
dr Alex MirasAre different forms of bariatric surgery more of less effective?Here I discuss the effectiveness of different types of bariatric surgery. There is an inability to determine post operative compliance, however, the most effective despite this is the roux en y gastric bypass procedure.
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