The risks associated with obesity continue to rise as a child reaches adulthood. This includes development of health conditions such as coronary heart disease, various cancers, stroke, and musculoskeletal disorders.
Is Surgery Safe for my Teenager?
As surgical techniques and medical technology have continued to improve, the safety of bariatric surgery for both adults and adolescents has also improved. Studies have shown that when comparing the safety of the procedure between teenagers and adults, the risk of in-hospital complications is similar, and length of stay in the hospital is shorter for teens.
At Tijuana Bariatric Center, the safety of your child is the surgeon’s top priority. You can expect that your child will receive a level of care equal to what a doctor in the United States would provide.
