Rodrigo Villagran explains changes in weight loss surgery
Weight loss surgery has changed significantly over the years. What was once viewed mainly as a procedure for reducing body weight is now understood as an important treatment for obesity and related metabolic conditions. Rodrigo Villagran , a bariatric surgeon at Clínica Bupa Antofagasta, focuses on metabolic and weight-loss surgery and the role advanced surgical techniques can play in improving patients’ quality of life. How Has Weight Loss Surgery Changed? One of the biggest changes is the move from traditional open operations toward minimally invasive techniques. Laparoscopic surgery uses smaller incisions and has become an important part of modern bariatric care. These developments can support recovery while allowing surgeons to perform complex procedures with greater precision. Modern weight loss surgery may help address: Type 2 diabetes High blood pressure Sleep apnea Other obesity-related metabolic problems Difficulties with long-term weight management From Weight Loss to M...