Archives: December 2025
Can Your BMI Be Too High for Hernia Surgery?
If you’ve visited a surgeon for any number of conditions, and your BMI is in the morbidly obese range (40+), you may have been told that a surgical procedure is not advisable or possible. This is a common concern in patients with obesity. While any surgery carries heightened risks, we will focus on hernias, as they are a common concern that many patients experience alongside excess weight issues.
Why Do Hernias Form as a Result of Excess Weight?
Hernias are defects in the strong fascia, a strong protective sheet of tissue that stabilizes and encloses abdominal organs and musculature. Abdominal hernias typically start as small holes and gradually increase in size over time. Unlike other tissues, the body cannot repair a defect in this fascia; therefore, surgery is the only option to correct it.
A Traditional Spin on Post-Bariatric Holiday Eating
The holidays are wrapped in ritual. No matter what you celebrate – Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, Winter Solstice, or simply the comfort of being around people you love – food is usually at the center.
