 Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass is both a restrictive and malabsorptive procedure. A small stomach pouch limits the amount of food which can be consumed and the re-routing of the small intestine limits the amount of nutrients and calories absorbed.
Gastric bypass patients will typically lose over 60% percent of their excess weight.
Studies found that gastric bypass:
Resolves type 2 diabetes in a vast majority of cases and often resolved the disease within days of surgery
Resolves high blood pressure in a vast majority of cases
Improves high cholesterol in almost all cases
Please contact our office to see how gastric bypass can help your co-morbid conditions.
Bariatric surgery patients who experienced significant weight loss will see:
Overall quality of life improved greatly.
Improved physical functioning and appearance.
Improved social and economic opportunities in many cases.
Most gastric bypass patients are able to leave the hospital after two days and return to work within 3 weeks. Only our office can tell you when you can return to normal activity, so please speak to us for a comprehensive post surgical routine.
A condition known as dumping syndrome can occur from eating high-fat, high-sugar foods. While it isn’t considered a health risk, the results can be very unpleasant and may include vomiting, nausea, weakness, sweating, faintness, and diarrhea.
Patients must supplement their diet with a daily multivitamin and calcium. Some patients must take vitamin B12 and/or iron.
The stomach, duodenum, and parts of the small intestine cannot be seen easily using X-ray or endoscopy if there are problems after surgery such as ulcers, bleeding, or malignancy.
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