Priyanka (name changed), a 34-year-old woman, came to Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon, struggling with morbid obesity and uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. Weighing 160 kg, she faced constant breathlessness, severe knee pain, low energy, and repeated fluctuations in her blood sugar levels. Despite multiple attempts at dieting and exercise, she was unable to achieve meaningful or sustained weight loss. Her obesity had begun affecting her confidence, mobility, and overall health.
During her evaluation, the Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery team confirmed that Priyanka met the criteria for bariatric surgery, which offered the best chance of long-term weight loss and diabetes remission. After detailed counselling and assessment, including metabolic testing, nutritional evaluation, and cardiac clearance, the team recommended a Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.
The minimally invasive procedure involved reducing the size of her stomach to limit food intake and modify hunger hormones. The surgery was performed through small incisions, ensuring minimal pain and faster recovery. Within hours, Priyanka was awake and stable in the post-operative unit.
Over the next few days, she began a guided liquid-to-soft diet transition and was supported by dieticians, physiotherapists, and her surgical team. Her recovery was smooth, and she was discharged with a personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan.
Within a year, Priyanka’s weight dropped from 160 kg to an incredible 85 kg. Even more remarkably, her blood sugar levels normalised, allowing her to reduce—and eventually stop—her diabetes medications.
Today, Priyanka enjoys a healthier, more active life. Her transformation is a testament to the life-changing impact of advanced bariatric care at Artemis Hospitals.
