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::Gastric Bypass

Gastric Roux-En-Y Bypass

This procedure involves creating a small pouch, similar to that of the gastric band, which is then attached to a section of the small intestine. Food then completely bypasses the rest of the stomach entering straight into the intestine, resulting in a reduction of food absorbed by the body.

Advantages:

• "Dumping syndrome" if sweets and chocolates taken 
• Good operation for sweet eaters 
• Long track record
• Tend to lose a little more weight than gastric band

Disadvantages:

• Open surgery therefore increased risks 
• Longer recovery time 
• Permanent 
• Not reversible 
• Staple line leak 
• Minor late weight regain 10-20% after 2-5 yrs 
• Nutritional/ mineral supplements required

Residual stomach capacity: 30-50mls

Estimated weight loss: 60-70% EWL over 2 years.