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Written By: Editorial Team | Updated : April 28, 2014 10:22 AM IST
Television actor Rakesh Diwana, who played the role of Kumbhkarna in popular serial 'Ramayana' telecast in 2008-09, died on Sunday (April 27). He was 48. He had developed complications following a weight loss surgery he underwent at a hospital in Indore four days back. Diwana was admitted at Mohak Hospital for the surgery on April 20.
His family members alleged that Diwana, who played the role of Maharaj ji in hit TV serial Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, died due to negligence on the part of hospital. However, the hospital management dismissed the charge. 'Diwana had undergone bariatric surgery on April 23 and at that time his condition was normal. After the procedure, he suffered hypertension and brain stem dysfunction which deteriorated his condition and he was shifted to ICU,' the hospital said in a statement. 'All efforts were made to improve his condition, but he could not be saved,' it further said.
What is bariatric surgery?
A bariatric surgery is a procedure that promotes weight loss by changing the digestive system's anatomy, limiting the amount of food that can be eaten and digested. Though bariatric surgeries have become synonymous with weight loss, and people who can afford it consider it an easier alternative to healthy eating and exercising. Dr Ramen Goel, a bariatric surgeon tells us more about the procedure.
It isn't a shortcut to weight loss
People who believe that it is a short cut for weight loss are generally not the ones who need it. This is for people who have honestly tried to lose weight and tried various gyms, diets, have gone and have lost weight which keeps coming back. It's suggested for patients who are 25-30kg overweight with a BMI higher than 32.5. People suffering from obesity-related ailments should opt for this surgery.
Who shouldn't get it?
Patients suffering from an unstable heart condition or angina should avoid it. Also those who're are psychologically unstable and will not follow the diet and exercise suggested by the doctors should avoid it.
They are not the same as liposuction and tummy tucks
Liposuction and tummy tucks are cosmetic procedures and are done in a person whose weight is near normal and only has stubborn fat areas in particular body parts. Liposuction removes excess fat from thighs, back, etc. while a tummy tuck is done in the lower part of abdomen. The part of the abdomen that is in excess is tucked or removed and the skin is tightened so that you get a flat tummy. Read more
With inputs from PTI
