Bowel obstruction explained as Lisa Marie Presley dies after weight loss surgery

14 July 2023 , 10:54
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The report said the issue was a common complication from bariatric surgery, which is a weight loss procedure.
The report said the issue was a common complication from bariatric surgery, which is a weight loss procedure.

Lisa Marie Presley died of complications from bariatric surgery she had several years ago, authorities have said.

The death on January 12 of the 54-year-old singer, songwriter and heir of Elvis Presley was ruled as being from natural causes due to effects of a small bowel obstruction.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner report said the issue was a common complication from bariatric surgery, which is a weight loss procedure. The post-mortem report said she had complained of stomach pain earlier in the day.

Here's some common questions about bariatric surgery.

What is bariatric surgery?

Bariatric surgery is the medical term for a variety of procedures dealing with obesity. Weight loss surgery or metabolic surgery, is sometimes used as a treatment for people who are very obese.

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It involves making changes to your digestive system to help you lose weight.

Bowel obstruction explained as Lisa Marie Presley dies after weight loss surgeryLisa Marie Presley died of complications from bariatric surgery she had several years ago, authorities have said. (Corbis via Getty Images)

The Mayo Clinic says this surgery is often performed when other weight loss methods have not worked or if a person has a serious medical condition. It's a major operation and in most cases should only be considered after trying to lose weight through a healthy diet and exercise.

There are several types of weight loss surgery.

The most common types are:

Bowel obstruction explained as Lisa Marie Presley dies after weight loss surgeryWhile bariatric surgery can offer many benefits, all forms of weight-loss surgery are major procedures that can pose serious risks and side effects (Getty Images)

How effective is it for weight loss?

Weight loss surgery can lead to significant weight loss, but it should not be viewed as a standalone cure for obesity.

After undergoing weight loss surgery, it is crucial to commit to permanent lifestyle changes to prevent weight regain.

To maintain long-term success, you will need to:

Women who have undergone weight loss surgery typically need to avoid pregnancy for the first 12 to 18 months following the procedure.

Bowel obstruction explained as Lisa Marie Presley dies after weight loss surgeryBariatric surgery is done in the hospital using general anesthesia (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

What are the risks?

Weight loss surgery is a major operation and there is a chance of dying during the procedure or as a result of a serious complication afterwards. But this is rare.

Longer term risks and complications of weight-loss surgery vary depending on the type of surgery. -These include a bowel instruction, which was is how Lisa Marie Presley is thought to of died.

Complications include:

What is a bowel obstruction?

The death of singer, songwriter Lisa Marie Presley was ruled as being from natural causes due to effects of a small bowel obstruction.

A small bowel obstruction is a partial or complete blockage of the small intestine, which is a part of the digestive system.

In the United States, most obstructions occur as a result of prior surgeries. The bowel often forms bands of scar (called adhesions) after being handled during an operation.

The more surgeries that involve the bowel, the more scars are likely to form. If the bowel becomes trapped in adhesions, it may lead to a small bowel obstruction. In severe cases, the blood supply might be compromised, and the bowel tissues might die. This is a life-threatening situation.

The treatment your healthcare provider recommends will depend on what is causing the blockage. Some people might beed surgery right away if theintestinal obstruction is more complicated.

Lucy Williamson

Plastic surgery, Cosmetic surgery, Weight loss, Fitness, Lisa Marie Presley, Elvis Presley, Mayo Clinic

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