Gastric Bypass
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Gastric bypass is a type of weight-loss surgery often considered for individuals struggling with obesity, particularly when other weight-loss methods have not been successful. This procedure is typically recommended for those with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35 with related health conditions such as diabetes or hypertension. The goal is to help individuals achieve significant weight loss and improve their overall health, potentially reducing the risk of obesity-related diseases.
During gastric bypass surgery, the surgeon creates a small pouch from the stomach and connects it directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the stomach and digestive tract. This procedure can be performed using traditional open surgery or minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopy. Patients can expect a hospital stay and a recovery period, during which they will gradually transition to a new diet and lifestyle to support their weight loss journey.
The benefits of gastric bypass can include substantial weight loss, improved metabolic health, and a reduction in obesity-related conditions. However, like any surgical procedure, it carries risks, such as infection, blood clots, and complications related to anesthesia. Additionally, patients may experience long-term changes in their eating habits and nutritional absorption, necessitating ongoing medical follow-up to ensure overall health and well-being.
Banded Vs. Non-Banded Gastric Bypass: What You Need to Know
This paper is a review of existing research on two types of weight loss surgery: banded Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (BRYGB) and non-banded Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (NBRYGB). The researchers looked at stu...Benefits of Closing the Mesentery in Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper examines the effects of either closing or not closing a part of the body called the mesentery during a specific type of weight loss surgery known as laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric ...Bikini Line Gastric Bypass: a New Approach to Weight Loss Surgery
This study looks at a new way of performing a type of weight loss surgery called one-anastomosis gastric bypass. Instead of the traditional method, surgeons made the necessary cuts along the bikini li...Caring for Patients After One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper discusses a popular weight loss surgery performed in the UK, known as the one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB). It explains the changes that occur in the body due to this surgery ...Closure of Mesenteric Defects in Gastric Bypass: Key Outcomes
This research paper investigates whether closing up specific openings (known as mesenteric defects) during a type of weight-loss surgery called laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) has better...Comparing Calorie and Nutrient Intake After Gastric Bypass vs Sleeve
Obesity is a major health issue and surgery is one common way to address the problem. This study looks at how two types of weight-loss surgery - gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy - affect what peo...Comparing Daily Calorie Intake After Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy
Obesity is a major health issue and surgery is one common way to address the problem. This study looks at how two types of weight-loss surgery - gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy - affect what peo...Comparing Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy After Failed Banding
This research paper looks at the results of two different weight loss surgeries: laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). These surgeries were performed...Comparing Gastric Bypass Options After Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery
This research paper discusses the best follow-up procedures after a type of weight loss surgery called laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. The researchers compared two procedures - single-anastomosis duo...Comparing One-Anastomosis and Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass After Sleeve
This research paper is about two types of revisional surgeries that are done after an initial weight loss surgery called sleeve gastrectomy doesn't work as expected. The two types of revisional surger...Comparing Surgical Techniques for Gastric Bypass: What Patients Need
This research paper analyzed several studies to compare three different surgical techniques used for gastric bypass surgery: open surgery, laparoscopic (using a small camera and small incisions), and ...Comparing Weight Loss Results: Banded vs Non-Banded Gastric Bypass
This research paper reviews previous studies to compare the outcomes of two types of weight loss surgery: Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and a modified version called banded-RYGB. The researchers loo...Effective One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass for Obese Patients with Bmi
This research paper reviews the effectiveness of a weight loss surgery called One Anastomosis/Mini Gastric Bypass (OAGB-MGB) for patients who are obese with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 or less. Th...Effective Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass Surgery: What to Expect
This research paper talks about a surgical procedure called laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG), which is a popular way to help people lose weight. However, sometimes this procedure doesn't work as w...Effectiveness of Short Biliopancreatic Limb in Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper is about a medical procedure called the one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB), which is a type of weight loss surgery. It specifically looks at the effectiveness of using a shorter...Endoscopic Solutions for Weight Regain After Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper is about a popular weight-loss surgery called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). Although this operation is usually successful, some patients put weight back on after the surgery. Th...Endoscopic Techniques for Ercp After Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass
This research paper discusses the challenges of a medical procedure called endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), especially after someone has had a specific type of weight loss surger...Gastric Bypass for Hiatal Hernia: What Patients Need to Know
This study brings together a panel of experts to develop guidelines for treating hiatal hernia (HH), a common condition where part of the stomach pushes up into the chest. The team reviewed existing r...Gastric Bypass Options: Comparing Roux-En-Y and One Anastomosis
This research paper looks at two types of surgical procedures used to help people who have regained weight after undergoing previous weight loss surgeries. The two procedures compared are the Roux-en-...Gastric Bypass Options: Oagb Vs. Rygb for Obese Patients with Gerd
This research paper looks at the effectiveness of two types of weight loss surgeries: one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), in treating a condition called gastroes...Gastric Bypass Surgery for Seniors: Safety and Weight Loss Benefits
This research paper looks at the effects and safety of weight loss surgery on people aged 65 and older. They specifically looked at one type of weight loss surgery called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Aft...Gastric Bypass Surgery: a Promising Solution for Obesity and Diabetes
This research paper examines the effects of a type of weight-loss surgery, called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, on obese mice that were fed a high-fat diet. The researchers found that this surgery signifi...Gastric Bypass Surgery: Comparing Laparoscopic and Robotic Techniques
This study looked at the outcomes of gastric bypass surgeries done with laparoscopy (a less invasive technique using small incisions) and those done with robotic assistance between 2015 and 2021. The...Gastric Bypass Surgery: How It Affects Weight Loss and Gut Health
This research paper focuses on the connection between bariatric surgery, weight loss, and changes in gut bacteria. Bariatric surgery, a type of surgery that helps people lose weight, has been found to...Gastric Bypass Surgery: Understanding Alcohol Withdrawal Risks
This research paper discusses a case of a 45-year-old woman who had undergone a type of weight loss surgery known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and was later admitted to a psychiatric hospital for alcoh...Gastric Bypass Surgery: Understanding Risks of Cancer After Oagb
In recent years, a type of weight loss surgery called one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) has become more common. Many studies have shown that although this method is technically simpler, it doesn't...Gastric Bypass Surgery: Understanding Seizures and Nutritional
This research paper discusses the case of a 39-year-old woman who had a severe seizure condition (status epilepticus) after undergoing weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery). The doctors found out th...Gastric Bypass Surgery: Understanding Ulcer Risks and Techniques
This research paper looks at the occurrence of ulcers (sores) in the stomach that can develop after a specific type of weight loss surgery called a Gastric Bypass Procedure (GBP). This particular stud...Gastric Bypass vs Sleeve Gastrectomy: Impact on Type 2 Diabetes
This research paper is about the comparison of two popular weight-loss surgeries, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG), and their effectiveness in resolving type 2 diabetes (T2D...Gastric Bypass Vs. Duodenoileostomy: What Patients Should Know
This study looks at two different types of weight loss surgeries: single anastomosis duodenoileostomy with sleeve (SADI-S) and one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB). These surgeries have been endorsed...Gastric Bypass Vs. Sleeve Gastrectomy: Which Surgery Is Right for You?
Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is a type of weight loss surgery that has been popular for many years. However, it doesn't always work and sometimes causes complications, which means pa...Gastric Bypass Vs. Sleeve Gastrectomy: Which Weight Loss Surgery Is
This research paper looked at two types of weight loss surgery: Laparoscopic Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass (LRYGB) and Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG). These surgeries are performed on people who are...Gastroesophageal Cancer Risk After Gastric Bypass Surgery Explained
This research paper is about the occurrence of gastroesophageal cancer (cancer that affects the stomach and esophagus) after gastric bypass surgeries. Gastric bypass is a type of weight-loss surgery t...Gerd After Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: What Patients Need to Know
This study looked at the prevalence and risk factors of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in patients who underwent a type of weight loss surgery called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). GERD is a...How Gastric Bypass Surgery Changes Food Preferences and Cravings
This research paper reviews existing studies on how Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery can impact a person's desire to eat certain types of foods. Some studies suggest that after RYGB surgery, pe...Impact of Gastrojejunostomy Size on Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass
This research paper examines the impact of a specific part of gastric bypass surgery, known as a gastrojejunostomy (GJ) anastomosis, on weight loss. The GJ anastomosis is a surgical connection between...Iron Deficiency Anemia Risk After One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass
This research paper is a review of 26 studies involving 11,015 patients who underwent a type of weight loss surgery called One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB). The researchers found that 16% of thes...Long-Term Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery for Weight Loss
This research paper looks at the long-term results of two types of weight loss surgeries, specifically gastric bypasses, performed in the Czech Republic between 2010 and 2013. The study found that the...Managing Weight Regain After Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that helps patients lose a great deal of excess weight and improves or even eliminates related health problems. However, up to 20% of all patients who u...Managing Weight Regain and Dumping Syndrome Post Gastric Bypass with Tore
This research paper discusses the issue of obesity, a worldwide health problem, and a common treatment for it - bariatric surgery. One popular type of bariatric surgery is the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass...Mini Gastric Bypass Vs. Roux-En-Y: Which Weight-Loss Surgery Is
This research paper examines two types of weight-loss surgeries: mini gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The study analyzed results from various other studies and found that mini gastric byp...Mini Gastric Bypass: a Safe Option for Obesity Treatment
The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) has been deeply involved in educating the medical community about new surgical methods for treating chronic disea...Mini-Gastric Bypass Vs. Sleeve Gastrectomy: Which Is Better for You?
This research paper is comparing two types of weight-loss surgeries: the laparoscopic mini-gastric bypass and the laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. The researchers looked at various studies to see whic...Mini-Gastric Bypass: a Promising Option for Obesity and Diabetes
This research paper reviews the effectiveness of a specific type of weight loss surgery called one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) in treating severe obesity and type-2 diabetes. This surgery is see...Mini-Gastric Bypass: a Safe Weight Loss Surgery Option Explained
This research paper describes a surgical weight loss procedure known as the mini-gastric bypass. This technique has grown more popular over the last decade. In this study, the process and early result...One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Vs. Roux-En-Y: What You Need to Know
This research paper looks at two types of weight loss surgery: One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB). OAGB is a procedure that is commonly used outside the United S...One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass: Safe Weight Loss Surgery Results
This research paper is about a type of weight loss surgery called the One Anastomosis (Mini) Gastric Bypass, which is becoming more popular. The study looked at the results of this surgery in over 12,...One Anastomosis Vs. Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Which Is Better?
This paper is a review of previous studies that compare two types of weight loss surgery: one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). These surgeries are often used to t...One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Vs. Sleeve Gastrectomy for Weight Loss
This research paper compares two types of weight-loss surgeries, the one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). The researchers looked at previous studies on thes...One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass: a Guide for Patients Considering
This paper is a review published by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. It responds to numerous questions from patients, medical professionals and others about the use of one-ana...One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass: a Safe Weight Loss Surgery Option
The research paper discusses a study that compares the safety of two types of weight-loss surgeries: one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). The study, which include...Optimal Biliopancreatic Limb Length for One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass
This research paper looks at a specific type of gastric bypass surgery called the One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB). This is a weight loss surgery where a part of the stomach is removed to create ...Postoperative Care Guidelines for Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Patients
This research paper is about a set of guidelines for how to care for patients after they've had a certain type of weight loss surgery, called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). The Quality Improvement a...Pregnancy Complications After Gastric Bypass Vs. Sleeve Gastrectomy
This research paper looked at whether pregnancy complications differed depending on the type of weight-loss surgery a woman had previously had. The two surgeries studied were the Roux-en-Y Gastric Byp...Preventing Internal Hernias After Gastric Bypass Surgery: Key Tips
This research paper discusses a type of weight loss surgery called Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB), which is often considered the best method for this type of surgery. However, a potenti...Revising One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass for Severe Malnutrition Risks
The research focuses on a type of weight loss surgery called One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) and the complications it can cause, specifically severe protein-energy malnutrition (PEM), which occa...Robotic Vs. Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass: Which Is Right for You?
This research paper is about comparing two surgical procedures - the robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and the standard laparoscopic RYGB. The researchers went through various studies on these p...Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Safety and Effectiveness for Older Patients
This research paper is about the safety and effectiveness of a specific type of weight loss surgery, known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, in older patients compared to younger ones. The authors looked a...Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Weight Loss Surgery for Obese Teens
This study looked at the effects of a specific weight loss surgery (Roux-en-Y gastric bypass) on obese teenagers in France. Every year in France, around 100 obese teenagers have some kind of weight lo...Transgastric Ercp: a Safe Option for Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Patients
The researchers reviewed studies on a medical procedure called transgastric ERCP (TG-ERCP) for patients who had previously undergone a specific type of weight-loss surgery called Roux-en-Y gastric byp...Understanding Anastomotic Ulcer Perforation After Gastric Bypass
This research paper is about a study that analyzed data from patients who experienced a specific complication after undergoing a common weight-loss surgery called one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB)...Understanding Bile Reflux and Ulcers After One-Anastomosis Gastric
This research paper focuses on a type of weight loss surgery known as one-anastomosis gastric bypass, which is now the third most popular procedure of its kind around the world. However, this procedur...Understanding Biliary Reflux Risks After One-Anastomosis Gastric
This research paper discusses a type of weight-loss surgery called one-anastomosis gastric bypass. This is an alternative to the more commonly known Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The researchers are inter...Understanding Cancer Risks in One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper discusses the one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB), a relatively new type of weight loss surgery. Some concerns have been raised about this procedure, as it is thought it might ca...Understanding Candy Cane Condition After Gastric Bypass Surgery
This study looked at a condition that can occur after a type of weight loss surgery, called a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The condition, known as a 'candy cane', can cause symptoms such as stomach pain,...Understanding Complications of One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper discusses a type of weight loss surgery known as one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB). This procedure is viewed as potentially less risky than the more common Roux-en-Y gastric by...Understanding Dumping Syndrome After Gastric Bypass Surgery
Dumping syndrome is a common side effect of weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery). It involves the stomach emptying too quickly, causing discomfort and other issues. The exact cause of this syndrome...Understanding Dumping Syndrome After One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass
The research paper is about a study on the occurrence of a condition called dumping syndrome (DS) after a type of weight loss surgery called one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB). DS is a group of sym...Understanding Gastric Bypass: a Guide for Weight Loss Surgery Patients
This research paper discusses the rise in popularity of bariatric surgery, a type of surgery that helps people lose weight. The surgery is considered one of the most effective treatments for obesity a...Understanding Gastric Bypass: a Safe Solution for Obesity Treatment
Bariatric surgery, a procedure used to treat obesity, has gained popularity over the last 20 years due to significant advancements in the field. Approximately 150 clinical trials and 40 comprehensive ...Understanding Gastric Bypass: How It Affects Your Digestive Health
This research paper discusses the effects of two common types of weight loss surgery on the body's digestive system. As obesity rates rise, more people are undergoing bariatric and metabolic surgeries...Understanding Gastric Bypass: Primary Vs. Revision Surgery Outcomes
This research paper examines the difference between two types of weight loss surgeries: a primary gastric bypass and a revisionary gastric bypass. The researchers looked at previous studies conducted ...Understanding Gastric Bypass: Risks and Benefits of the Procedure
This research paper examines the effects and potential complications of a type of weight loss surgery known as laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). In this procedure, the stomach is divided i...Understanding Gerd Risk After Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery
The study investigates the development of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a digestive disorder, in patients who have undergone Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), a weight loss surgery often used...Understanding Leaks After One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper is about the complications that can occur after a specific type of weight loss surgery called one-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB). One of the serious complications that can occur...Understanding Mini-Gastric Bypass: Benefits and Complications
This research paper talks about a type of weight-loss surgery known as the mini-gastric bypass (MGB). The authors confirm that this procedure is safe, fast, and effective in helping people lose weight...Understanding Nutritional Deficiencies After Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper discusses the nutritional deficiencies that can occur after weight loss surgery (also known as bariatric surgery). This type of surgery is increasingly being used to treat severe o...Understanding One Anastomosis Mini Gastric Bypass: Expert Consensus
This research paper is about a surgery called the one anastomosis/mini gastric bypass (OAGB/MGB), which is becoming more common worldwide. The study aimed to reach a consensus among experts on various...Understanding Protein Malnutrition After Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper is about protein malnutrition (PM) that can happen after a type of weight loss surgery called Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). The authors reviewed 18 studies involving 3015 patien...Understanding Risks and Complications After Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper shares the authors' experience with monitoring patients who have had gastric bypass surgery. Out of the six cases they studied, all of them experienced complications, including one...Understanding Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Benefits and Risks Explained
In simple terms, this study talks about how different types of weight loss surgeries have evolved over time. The paper mentions older methods like the jejunoileal bypass, vertical banded gastroplasty ...Understanding Single Anastomosis Gastric Bypass: Benefits and Risks
This research paper is about different surgical methods used to treat obesity. The researchers looked at two types of surgeries: the Single Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (also known as mini-gastric bypas...Understanding Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth After Gastric
The research paper reviewed several studies to understand the occurrence of a condition called small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) in patients who underwent a specific type of weight loss sur...Understanding Vitamin B Deficiencies After Gastric Bypass Surgery
This research paper looked at the frequency of vitamin B deficiencies in patients who have undergone two types of weight loss surgery: Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and sleeve gastrectomy (SG). The ...Zinc Deficiency After Gastric Bypass: What Patients Should Know
This research paper discusses the issue of zinc deficiency in patients who have undergone gastric bypass surgery, a common procedure for weight loss. Up to half of these patients may have a zinc defic...