209 kg and a weight-loss programme: How 'obese' patient was prepped for surgery at AIIMS Delhi
Reflecting on his journey, the patient shared that he had gained weight over the last 4 to 5 years. He also stated that he was unable to perform daily tasks.
A 32-year-old man, weighing 209 kg and suffering from severe obesity, underwent a complex bariatric surgery at AIIMS Delhi. Initially, the patient could not fit on a standard operating table due to his 198 cm abdominal girth. After a weight-loss programme, his weight decreased to 160 kg, and he underwent a laparoscopic One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) surgery.
The patient's abdominal girth further reduced to 155 cm, and he was able to walk independently within 13 days post-surgery. The doctors emphasized that a structured multidisciplinary optimisation programme was crucial in preparing the patient for the surgery.
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