Types of Pelvic Surgery DC

The fields of urology, gynecology and Urogynecology are continually looking for better ways to help female-bodied individuals who have some type of pelvic floor disorder.  The term "pelvic floor disorder" is not just one disorder, but a sort of blanket term for many different kinds of medical problems that can occur with the female anatomy in the lower-abdominal area.  When this part of the body is healthy, a group of muscles resembling a basket or hammock is present to hold all of the female lower-abdominal organs in place.  These include the rectum, urethra, bladder, uterus and vagina.

When is Pelvic Surgery DC Necessary?

There is not one good answer to this question for every patient.  There are several conditions that can potentially benefit from pelvic surgery DC:

• Vaginal vault prolapse is a condition in which the top of the vagina loses support and collapses.  There are variations of this disorder from mild to severe, with the more severe cases resulting in the shifting or prolapse of additional organs.
• Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus is no longer properly supported.  It drops into the vagina, either partially or completely.  In very extreme cases, it may protrude outside of the vaginal opening.  Vaginal vault prolapse and uterine prolapse occur together in a certain number of cases.
• A rectocele occurs when the rectum bulges into the vagina.  This can result is various problems and symptoms, from painful intercourse to fecal incontinence.
• And enterocele is similar to a rectocele, except that it involves   a part of the small intestine bulging into the vagina.  It causes symptoms and problems similar to a rectocele.
•  When the bladder drops into the vagina, this is called a cystocele.  Urinary incontinence frequently occurs in these cases.  The range of incontinence is large--from full on voiding accidents several times daily to occasional "leakage" during coughing or laughing.

Other symptoms that can indicate some kind of pelvic floor issue are difficulty in completely voiding the bladder, lower back pain, and difficultly inserting tampons and other applicator-based product, among others.

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Recovering from Bariatric Surgery Washington DC

Because there are many different types of weight loss surgeries available today, the expectations for a "typical" recovery can be a bit varied.  It is also useful to keep in mind that each individual patient's body and pain tolerance are different, so each recovery will be a bit unique.  However, there are a few things that can be generalized about the process.

Bariatric Surgery Washington DC, regardless of the type undertaken, is most often done laparoscopically.  This means that the surgeon makes only a few small incisions in the abdomen and then inserts special surgical instruments.  Small cameras that allow the viewing of the surgical field are also introduced into the patient's abdomen.

Bariatric surgery doctors Washington DC

Bariatric surgery options Washington DC, when performed laparoscopically, generally result in a 2-3 day inpatient hospital stay.  Specialists in this area of medical practice indicate that when a laparoscopic procedure is impossible, with a full, open-abdomen incision being necessary, more time in the hospital will be required.  Patients most often return to normal activities within about a month.

These are some possible complications of which post-operative bariatric surgery DC patients should aware:

• Dumping syndrome is a common side effect in early recovery from these types of surgery.  It causes uncontrollable diarrhea, vomiting, or both, after meals.  It is not usually dangerous unless it goes on for such a long time the patient becomes weak, light-headed, or dehydrated.  Risk for dumping syndrome can be managed by avoiding high sugar meals and beverages.
• Care of the surgical incisions site(s) is of the utmost importance after surgery.  Infections can happen up to a month after discharge from the hospital.  Taking any prescribed antibiotics as directed, and cleaning/dressing the incisions correctly are things patients can do to reduce the risk of infection.
• Constipation is fairly common after any surgery that changes the configuration of the digestive system.  Most bariatric surgery Washington DC specialists will prepare patients for this possibility, sending them home with appropriate laxatives or other medications.  Avoiding high fiber foods can also help to eliminate the frequency of bouts of constipation, or reduce their frequency.

Gastric Bypass Surgery DC for Weight Loss

Gastric bypass surgery DC is a procedure that can help people lose an average of 65-80% of their excess body fat.  It works by alerting how your digestive system works.

Gastric bypass surgery DC

During gastric bypass surgery Washington DC your bariatric surgeon DC will make 2 main changes to your digestive system:

1. The top part of your stomach will be stapled to form a small pouch.
2. Part of your small intestine is connected to a small hole in the pouch at the top of your stomach.

These changes can be accomplished using either traditional surgery or a minimally invasive surgery.  Traditional surgery requires that your bariatric surgeon Washington DC makes a large incision and uses traditional surgical tools.  During minimally invasive gastric bypass surgery Washington DC your bariatric surgeon DC will make several small incisions and use small tools that include a tiny camera to perform the procedure.

How gastric bypass Washington DC helps you lose weight

Like most types of bariatric surgery DC, gastric bypass surgery Washington DC helps you lose weight because your altered stomach will feel full after you eat a very small amount of food.  What makes gastric bypass Washington DC more effective than other types of weight loss surgery Washington DC is that it includes a malabsorptive factor that also helps you lose weight.  In normal digestion, most calories are absorbed in the small intestine.  Because after gastric bypass surgery Washington DC food bypasses part of your small intestine, fewer calories are absorbed.

After gastric bypass Washington DC

Your digestive system needs time to heal after weight loss surgery Washington DC, so for the first few weeks you can only consume liquids and pureed foods.  Once you are healed and your bariatric surgeon DC has cleared you to move on to solid food, you will still need to be careful about what you eat and you may be asked to keep a food diary.  There may be certain foods that your digestive system can no longer tolerate, and your gastric bypass surgeon Washington DC will want to make sure that you are getting enough vitamins and nutrients.  Just as most calories are absorbed in the small intestine, so are most nutrients.  You will need to take steps to avoid malnutrition for the rest of your life.