How good is Bariatric Surgery for Thyroid problems?
Bariatric surgery is a type of surgery that helps severely and very severely obese individuals to lose weight. Bariatric surgery comprises of different surgical procedures like gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, mini gastric bypass, etc. Many studies point to the fact that Bariatric surgery greatly reduces comorbid conditions. One comorbid condition that has been reported due to severe obesity is hypothyroidism or thyroid function being affected. Does bariatric surgery affect thyroid functions in a positive way? Let us find out.