13/10/2025
Sleep Apnea and Weight: Why Surgery Could Be the Solution
Obesity is one of the leading causes of sleep apnea — a condition where breathing repeatedly stops during sleep. The excess fat around the neck and upper airway can narrow air passages, leading to loud snoring, restless sleep, and morning fatigue.
Dr. Atul Sardana explains that untreated sleep apnea not only affects sleep quality but also increases risks of hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. Lifestyle modifications and CPAP therapy are often the first steps, but for patients struggling with obesity, surgical treatment offers a more lasting solution.
Bariatric surgery reduces excess body weight, easing pressure on the airways and improving oxygen flow during sleep. Many patients experience remarkable improvement or complete resolution of sleep apnea symptoms post-surgery.
Dr. Sardana stresses that early evaluation helps identify whether weight-loss surgery is the right approach. Combining surgical intervention with dietary management and regular follow-ups ensures sustained results. Correcting sleep apnea restores energy, improves focus, and enhances long-term heart and metabolic health.
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