Gastric bypass surgeries have been conducted for decades, and have proven successful in helping
patients lose weight and keep the weight off over time.

Gastric bypass surgery is the most common bariatric surgery in the world.
It not only helps patients reduce weight, but also helps improve medical conditions related to obesity,
such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, and reflux.

Gastric bypass surgery relies on two main factors that contribute to weight loss:
reducing the amount of food that a person can consume at each meal and malabsorption of food.

How gastric bypass works

During the operation, the surgeon divides the stomach into two parts:
the upper (smaller) part of the stomach, known as the "pouch," and the lower (larger) part, called the "remnant."

The pouch limits the amount of food that the stomach can hold.
The pouch is connected directly to the intestines, so food consumed travels directly into the intestines.
The remnant continues to produce digestive enzymes that are sent to the intestines, joining up with the food for digestion.

Gastric bypass results and special considerations

Gastric bypass surgery helps patients reduce up to 70% percent of their excess body weight.
In order to promote weight loss, it is important to consume only low-calorie beverages
and opt for a high-protein diet that helps create a feeling of satiety.

Most patients who have undergone gastric bypass surgery are unable to consume sugar-rich foods
because they can induce rapid gastric emptying (dumping syndrome), causing weakness, nausea, and dizziness.

Potential complications during surgery include bleeding, infection, leakage,
injury to other organs in the abdomen, pain, and blood clots.

Patients may experience the following complications following surgery: pain, vitamin deficiency, intestinal obstruction,
and gallstones.

Gastric bypass advantages

• The procedure promotes weight loss and proper weight maintenance.
• The method helps reduce physical illnesses that accompany obesity.
• Patients tend to feel less hungry.

Gastric bypass disadvantages

• Like other bariatric surgeries, gastric bypass requires self-discipline, especially in limiting sugary drinks.
• The surgery involves a number of risks.