Roux-en-y Gastric Bypass

One of the most popular surgical weight loss procedure for the morbidly obese patient and results in average wt. loss of 60-75% of excess body wt.
Major surgical procedure involving two to three nights stay in the hospital.
It involves the creation of a small stomach pouch and bypassing of the main stomach and upper small intestine.
Results in significant reduction in co morbidities in most patients like diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea.
significant relief or total amelioration of acid reflux disease.
significant symptomatic relief in patients with degenerative arthritis of wt. bearing joints.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

LAP-BAND System

Major surgery under general anesthesia.
2-2.5 hrs. procedure with one to two nights stay in hospital.
You will be walking on the day of surgery.
You may return to regular duty in 2 to 3 weeks time in most cases.
It involves making six small in incisions instead of one large incision resulting in less post operative pain and faster recovery.
Requires an experienced bariatric surgeon with advanced laparoscopic skills.
Inquire about your surgeon’s experience before making your final decision.

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