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Types of Gastric Surgery Performed

1. Roux Y Gastric Bypass
2. Laparoscopic Roux Y Gastric Bypass3. Gastroplasty (Vertical Banded Gastroplasty, Gastric Banding)

Roux Y Gastric Bypass
This is one of the two operations supported by the 1991 "NIH Consensus Conference on Surgery for Obesity". This method has proven over multiple studies to achieve significantly greater and more sustained weight loss. It is a combination of two procedures in which a restriction, or a small stomach, is created, as well as a malabsorbtion, through which not all of the small intestine "sees" food. With this procedure, an excess weight loss of up to 80% is possible.

Laparoscopic Roux Y Gastric Bypass
The techniques of laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery initially became available in 1990 for the removal of gallbladders. This type of surgery has extended to hernia surgery, removal of colon, appendix, and correction of reflux (heartburn).

Vertical Banded Gastroplasty, Gastric Banding
The second procedure approved by the NIH Consensus Panel was Vertical Banded Gastroplasty. It is a simple restrictive procedure in which a small "stomach" pouch is created with a stapler, with the pouch outlet restricted by a silastic band.

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Laparoscopic or open bariatric surgery, such as gastric banding or bypass is not an easy solution to morbid obesity and weight loss. It is a serious surgical procedure, involving health risks. To produce lasting weight loss it requires a long-term patient commitment to eating a healthy diet and following a regular program of physical exercise. Life-long use of nutritional supplements may also be necessary. So, before deciding, discuss your options fully with your doctor. © 2003-2008 Bariatric-Surgery.Info - Terms - Contact - Information - Resources - Add URL