Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric bypass, also known as Roux-en-Y (roo-en-wy), is a common type and considered as the “Gold Standard” of bariatric surgery. The procedure involves forming a small pouch from the stomach and attaching it to the small intestine. Food no longer absorbs in certain parts of the stomach and small intestine. As a result, your body does not get all of the calories from your food.
The resulting weight loss, typically dramatic, reduces comorbidities. Gastric Bypass Surgery is great for patients with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 35+ and is highly recommended for patients that are suffering from acid reflux. Patients lose about 73% excess weight in the first year after surgery.
Gastric bypass, also known as Roux-en-Y (roo-en-wy), is a common type and considered as the “Gold Standard” of bariatric surgery. The procedure involves forming a small pouch from the stomach and attaching it to the small intestine. Food no longer absorbs in certain parts of the stomach and small intestine. As a result, your body does not get all of the calories from your food.
The resulting weight loss, typically dramatic, reduces comorbidities. Gastric Bypass Surgery is great for patients with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 35+ and is highly recommended for patients that are suffering from acid reflux. Patients lose about 73% excess weight in the first year after surgery.
How Does Gastric Bypass Surgery Work?
Gastric Bypass Surgery in Tijuana is a safe option and affordable. With our surgeons’ expertise and Be Slim Bariatrics post-operative care, we guarantee your success in achieving a healthier you. Plus, a fully equipped hospital awaits you!
Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Expectations
Like any other weight-loss surgery procedures, the amount of weight you will lose will depend on multiple factors. Diet, exercise, lifestyle, and your overall commitment are the things to consider. Studies show that patients lose 70-80% of excess weight within the first two years.
As your weight naturally decreases, you also improve your health. Gastric bypass surgery may improve conditions frequently associated with obesity, resulting in an overall improvement in quality of life.
Gastric Bypass Advantages and Disadvantages
- A more difficult operation, with a higher risk of complication. However, BSB surgeons are skilled to perform gastric bypass procedures.
- Requires dietary adherence, lifelong vitamin/mineral supplementation, and monitoring
- Risk of developing ulcers, especially with NSAID or tobacco use
- May cause "dumping syndrome," a feeling of nausea following food or drink, particularly sweets.
How the Gastric Bypass is Performed
To make sure pain-free during surgery, anesthesia will be administered before your surgery.
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