Gastric Bypass

*Gastric Bypass Surgery Process:*

1. *Creation of a Small Gastric Pouch:*

- The surgeon creates a small pouch at the top of the stomach, thereby limiting the amount of food a person can consume.

2. *Connection to the Small Intestine:*

- The newly created gastric pouch is connected directly to a lower portion of the small intestine, bypassing a significant part of the stomach and the intestine.

3. *Caloric Intake Limitation and Nutrient Absorption Reduction:*

- The reduced stomach capacity contributes to limiting caloric intake.

- The direct connection to the small intestine reduces nutrient absorption.

*Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery:*

1. *Significant Weight Loss:*

- Patients may experience significant weight loss in the postoperative period.

2. *Improvements in Health Conditions:*

- Surgery can lead to notable improvements in conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea.

3. *Reduction in the Risk of Obesity-Related Complications:*

- Risks associated with obesity, such as heart diseases and metabolic disorders, can be reduced.

4. *Positive Impact on Quality of Life:*

- Patients frequently report significant improvements in their quality of life and mobility.

BMI higher than 40

Older than 18

Younger than 55

Gastric Bypass Techniques

Two common gastric bypass techniques which are preferred by most surgeons are Roux-En-Y and Mini Gastric Bypass. The appropriate technique can be different for each patient. The doctor decides which method is better for a specific patient during the consultation.

* Roux En Y: The classic, laparoscopic method in which a small pouch is created and tied to the intestines.

* Mini Gastric Bypass: This method can be applied depending on the size of the stomach and BMI of the patient. It's a shorter surgery with an easier recovery. Click here for more information on mini-gastric bypass.

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It's best to avoid greasily and junk food a week before your operation day. It's better to incorporate more liquid into your diet for easier digestion and cleanse. If you smoke or consume alcohol regularly, take a break around one week before your operation. Incorporate more soups and vegetables into your diet towards your operation date. Drink more liquids with every meal.

2

You will be admitted to our hospital upon your arrival. We will do the bloodwork and the necessary tests to prepare you for the operation.

3

Patients start with a full liquid diet for the first few weeks and solid food is added gradually. It takes around 3 to 6 weeks to fully recover from gastric bypass surgery.

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