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What is gastric bypass surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery, which is also called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, is a type of gastric bypass surgery in which a small part of the upper part of the stomach is cut and separated from the rest of the stomach, then a part of the beginning of the small intestine is also cut. And the small intestine is directly connected to this shrunken stomach.
How many hours does gastric bypass surgery take?
Gastric banding can be done in 1 to 2 hours, while gastric bypass is generally done in 2 to 3 hours.
How long is the gastric bypass recovery period?
Most patients stay in the hospital for 1-2 days and can return to work 2-4 weeks after surgery.
What are the aftercares for gastric bypass surgery?
After gastric bypass surgery, you can immediately consume liquids, but avoid consuming solid food because the stomach and intestines are healing and repairing.
What are the benefits of gastric bypass surgery?
After the surgery, you will be healthier and the symptoms of the disease related to high weight will decrease. After treatment, the following disorders may improve or even disappear completely:
- Lose about 33% of your pre-surgery weight.
- Sleep apnea
- High blood pressure
- Type 2 diabetes
- Feel more energy and be able to move more easily.
- Have fewer health problems
Side effects of gastric bypass:
- Dumping syndrome
- Gallstones
- Bleeding and bruising
- Leakage
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