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Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery in Tijuana

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery In Tijuana, Mexico

Are you stuck with an unhealthy lifestyle? Battling the effects of obesity and not seeing results from diets or exercise programs? Weight loss surgery can help you get your life back on track and reduce the health risks associated with being overweight. 

A mini gastric bypass, also known as single anastomosis gastric bypass, is an effective and well-established weight loss surgical procedure that combines some of the properties of a gastric sleeve and a standard gastric bypass. The procedure shrinks the stomach, limiting the amount of food it can hold. Your “new” stomach is shaped like a small tube and attached to the small intestine, reducing how many calories you absorb from food.

Compared to gastric bypass surgery, mini-gastric bypass surgery is less-invasive, resulting in a faster recovery and fewer associated risks and complications. 

It’s recommended for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or over, and you can expect weight loss of approximately 60% of your excess weight within one year of the procedure. You are expected to lose even more weight through the first two years of having your procedure. 

Find out your BMI with our BMI calculator and start your weight loss journey today.

Ready to make a life-changing difference? At Be Slim Bariatrics (BSB), we offer weight loss surgery that you can trust and feel confident in. Plus, we can schedule your procedure as quickly as two weeks from now or at any time within one year.* With mini gastric bypass surgery in Mexico, you’ll pay significantly less than in the U.S., and our all-inclusive packages cover everything you will need as a general bariatric patient – with no hidden charges. Why wait any longer? Start your journey toward improved health today.

*Dependent upon health history and current BMI

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Mini Gastric Bypass, also known as Single-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass, is an effective and well-established procedure that combines some of the properties of a gastric sleeve and a standard gastric bypass. The mini-gastric bypass is a restrictive and malabsorptive procedure. The process shrinks your stomach, limiting the amount of food you can eat. By bypassing up to 6 feet of the intestines, this procedure also reduces food absorption.

The stomach is divided with a laparoscopic stapler. The majority of the stomach is no longer attached to the esophagus and will no longer receive food creating a new, much smaller, and shaped like a small tube stomach. The remainder of the intestines will then be attached to the new stomach. Food passes through 2 to 7 feet of the intestines from your small tube-like stomach, where it resumes the normal digestive process in the remaining intestine.

Compared to Gastric bypass surgery, mini-gastric bypass surgery is a faster procedure and less invasive resulting in faster recovery and lesser risk while expecting a weight loss of 60% – 80% of a patient’s excess weight.

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery In Mexico With BSB

Our board-certified and highly experienced bariatric surgeons will perform your mini gastric bypass surgery in Mexico at a modern, fully equipped hospital. At BSB we offer access to the best possible post-surgery care. You’ll recover in the hospital for two nights and multiple tests and checks are performed before you will be discharged. 

When you have weight loss surgery in Mexico with BSB, you’ll enjoy a safe environment with the support of a top medical team and nutritionist by your side every step of the way.

How Does Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Work?

Mini gastric bypass surgery reduces the size of the stomach, creating a narrow tube shape by separating your stomach with staples. Your “new” stomach is then attached to the small intestine, bypassing the upper intestine and around 200 cm of the bowel. 

A mini gastric bypass works in two key ways:

  • Reducing your stomach size so you need less food to feel full.
  • Helping you absorb fewer calories and dietary fats 

Weight loss following mini gastric bypass surgery has also been shown to improve health conditions caused by obesity, and it may even resolve certain conditions, including type 2 diabetes.

Mini Gastric Bypass Vs Gastric Sleeve

Unlike a gastric sleeve, a mini gastric bypass is reversible. Both procedures have a similar risk of causing gastric reflux (heartburn), but this can normally be managed with diet and lifestyle changes.

Mini Gastric Bypass Vs Gastric Bypass 

A mini gastric bypass and a conventional gastric bypass provide similar results. However, if you experience gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or acid reflux, you should opt for a gastric bypass instead.

Mini Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Expectations

The amount of weight you will lose depends on several factors. These include diet, exercise, lifestyle, and your overall commitment. Most patients lose weight rapidly within the first six months of surgery.

When you follow your nutritional plan, you can expect the following estimated postoperative weight loss:

  • After three months 30-35% of excess weight
  • After six months 40-50% of excess weight
  • After 12 months 60-65% of excess weight
  • After 18 months 70-75% of excess weight

Advantages And Disadvantages Of Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery

Mini gastric bypass surgery is an effective weight loss procedure that can help you get back on track to healthier living. It’s generally easier and quicker than traditional gastric bypass surgery and offers similar results in terms of weight loss. Advantages of this procedure include:

Advantages:
  • Reversing health issues related to obesity, such as high cholesterol, blood pressure problems, asthma, and sleep apnea.
  • Shorter operating and recovery time due to less rerouting of the intestines.
  • Similar weight loss results as a traditional gastric bypass.
  • Fewer risks and complications than gastric bypass surgery.
  • It can be converted into a traditional gastric bypass if desired.
Every type of weight loss surgery has its drawbacks. The following are some of the disadvantages of mini gastric bypass surgery:
  • It can lead to “dumping syndrome” which can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and nausea after eating.
  • A risk of developing bile reflux gastritis which may cause stomach pain and vomiting.
  • You will need lifelong vitamin and mineral supplements.

How Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Is Performed

Mini gastric bypass surgery usually takes about 90 minutes. Before your procedure, you will be given a general anesthetic, which means you’ll drift into deep sleep for the duration of your surgery. 

The surgeon starts by making three to five small incisions on the abdomen and filling the abdominal cavity with CO2 to create space to perform the surgery. They will also insert surgical trocars (hollow tubes) to accommodate medical instruments.
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Your surgeon will insert a laparoscope. This is a probe with a mini camera attached to a monitor, which gives a clear view of the stomach during the procedure.
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They will then divide the stomach into two sections using surgical tools and staples. The smaller section forms your “new” stomach.
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Finally, the new stomach is connected to your small intestine. The connection point is called “anastomosis” and is reinforced with sutures.
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The BSB weight loss surgery patient process considers all the necessary details to ensure a successful procedure when you arrive in Mexico. The day before your surgery, you will have a series of pathology tests and an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) to confirm you are in good physical health. Post-op, you’ll be looked after by an expert medical team and given specialized pathology and leak tests to ensure your procedure went smoothly before being discharged.

Don’t worry about sacrificing quality care — our standards are equal to or even higher than what’s available stateside. If you have been unable to afford surgery, the cost of mini gastric bypass surgery in Mexico is approximately 70% less than in the U.S. 

And if finances are holding you back from starting your journey, our financing options for weight loss surgery in Mexico can help you spread out the cost. Today could be the day you start your weight loss journey and take back control of your wellbeing!

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