The gastric bypass can be the traditional Roux en Y gastric bypass or the Single anastomosis gastric bypass also know as Omega loop/ mini gastric bypass. The decision to choose one weight loss surgery over the other depends on various factors including presence of reflux, previous surgery etc. The Roux en Y gastric bypass has been around for a long time and has good data of long term outcomes as compared to the Mini gastric bypass.
Gastric bypass has been tried and tested for over 40 years. It’s a procedure where the stomach is partitioned to a smaller size and small bowel is re-routed to this new gastric pouch. In the banded gastric bypass a fixed silastic ring is placed around the gastric pouch.
Gastric Bypass surgery is a procedure that involves partitioning the stomach into a smaller section (termed gastric pouch). A gastric bypass can reduce the volume of the stomach by up to 90%, reducing a typical ‘holding’ capacity of a 1000ml stomach to just 100ml. The small intestine is then divided and re-connected to this segment. It is a procedure that is regularly performed by Mr.Gounder.
The result of this procedure is that feelings of satiety, or ‘feeling full’ occur after much less food is consumed by the patient as well as reduced absorption of ingested food.
This occurs because the smaller ‘segmented’ pouch ‘fills’ up much faster than the original stomach and rapid entry of nutrients produces gut hormone changes that prompts the brain to ‘think’ the patient is in fact full after eating a significantly smaller portion of food.
As with most bariatric procedures, these are recommended for patients with a high BMI, typically over 35 (you can check your BMI here) but it is imperative you book a consultation with Mr Siva Gounder to determine what course of bariatric surgery is best suited to you.
Single Anastomosis Bypass
Gastric Bypass surgery is very effective for weight loss however it is not suitable for everyone.
If you are overweight, have tried to lose weight and doing exercise, then your doctor may suggest gastric bypass surgery to assist with weight loss.
As with most bariatric procedures, these are recommended for patients with a high BMI, typically over 35, but it is imperative you book a consultation with Mr Siva Gounder to determine what course of bariatric surgery is best suited to you.
With any surgery there are possible risks, however major risks are under 4%.
It is possible bleeding or leaks from the staples could occur, or bowel obstruction. There is also the risk of ulcer in the anastomosis, a cause of dumping syndrome, or internal hernia risk.
It is possible to achieve a loss of up to 80-90% excess weight, however specific results will differ for each individual.
Please contact Mr Gounder for a consultation to find out how much weight you could lose.
The cost of bariatric surgery is dependent on variety of factors. On average the cost of surgery is around $20,000 to $25,000 without private health insurance.
The total out of pocket costs of various Bariatric surgeries (including surgeon fees, anaesthetist and surgical assistant) for patients with Private Health Insurance (that have obesity surgery cover) range from $900 to $4,500.
This is dependent on various factors including type of health fund cover, primary or revisional surgery, type of surgery and anticipated complexity and time taken for the operation. The exact cost for your specific operation will be provided to you in writing well in advance. Please contact the practice to get specific details.
It is important follow the specific guidelines provided to you prior to your surgery, this includes not eating or drinking anything the night before so the stomach is empty to minimalise surgical risks. You will be advised of any specific changes to medication and diet in the days or weeks before surgery if necessary.
During the first few weeks after surgery it is important to allow yourself time to recover. You will be following a new nutrition plan, and will not be eating normal foods in the first few weeks, only liquid. After this period you will transition to solid foods after a few weeks. You will be advised how to change your eating habits to stay healthy while losing weight. You will need to take vitamin and mineral supplements.
It is extremely important to follow the eating and drinking plan your surgeon provides you with.
You will need to have a follow up after your procedure to monitor your specific individual health needs and progress.
The gastric bypass can be the traditional Roux en Y gastric bypass or the Single anastomosis gastric bypass also know as Omega loop/ mini gastric bypass. The decision to choose one weight loss surgery over the other depends on various factors including presence of reflux, previous surgery etc. The Roux en Y gastric bypass has been around for a long time and has good data of long term outcomes as compared to the Mini gastric bypass.
Gastric bypass has been tried and tested for over 40 years. It’s a procedure where the stomach is partitioned to a smaller size and small bowel is re-routed to this new gastric pouch. In the banded gastric bypass a fixed silastic ring is placed around the gastric pouch.
Gastric Bypass surgery is a procedure that involves partitioning the stomach into a smaller section (termed gastric pouch). A gastric bypass can reduce the volume of the stomach by up to 90%, reducing a typical ‘holding’ capacity of a 1000ml stomach to just 100ml. The small intestine is then divided and re-connected to this segment. It is a procedure that is regularly performed by Mr.Gounder.
The result of this procedure is that feelings of satiety, or ‘feeling full’ occur after much less food is consumed by the patient as well as reduced absorption of ingested food.
This occurs because the smaller ‘segmented’ pouch ‘fills’ up much faster than the original stomach and rapid entry of nutrients produces gut hormone changes that prompts the brain to ‘think’ the patient is in fact full after eating a significantly smaller portion of food.
As with most bariatric procedures, these are recommended for patients with a high BMI, typically over 35 (you can check your BMI here) but it is imperative you book a consultation with Mr Siva Gounder to determine what course of bariatric surgery is best suited to you.
Single Anastomosis Bypass
Gastric Bypass surgery is very effective for weight loss however it is not suitable for everyone.
If you are overweight, have tried to lose weight and doing exercise, then your doctor may suggest gastric bypass surgery to assist with weight loss.
As with most bariatric procedures, these are recommended for patients with a high BMI, typically over 35, but it is imperative you book a consultation with Mr Siva Gounder to determine what course of bariatric surgery is best suited to you.
With any surgery there are possible risks, however major risks are under 4%.
It is possible bleeding or leaks from the staples could occur, or bowel obstruction. There is also the risk of ulcer in the anastomosis, a cause of dumping syndrome, or internal hernia risk.
It is possible to achieve a loss of up to 80-90% excess weight, however specific results will differ for each individual.
Please contact Mr Gounder for a consultation to find out how much weight you could lose.
The cost of bariatric surgery is dependent on variety of factors. On average the cost of surgery is around $20,000 to $25,000 without private health insurance.
The total out of pocket costs of various Bariatric surgeries (including surgeon fees, anaesthetist and surgical assistant) for patients with Private Health Insurance (that have obesity surgery cover) range from $900 to $4,500.
This is dependent on various factors including type of health fund cover, primary or revisional surgery, type of surgery and anticipated complexity and time taken for the operation. The exact cost for your specific operation will be provided to you in writing well in advance. Please contact the practice to get specific details.
It is important follow the specific guidelines provided to you prior to your surgery, this includes not eating or drinking anything the night before so the stomach is empty to minimalise surgical risks. You will be advised of any specific changes to medication and diet in the days or weeks before surgery if necessary.
During the first few weeks after surgery it is important to allow yourself time to recover. You will be following a new nutrition plan, and will not be eating normal foods in the first few weeks, only liquid. After this period you will transition to solid foods after a few weeks. You will be advised how to change your eating habits to stay healthy while losing weight. You will need to take vitamin and mineral supplements.
It is extremely important to follow the eating and drinking plan your surgeon provides you with.
You will need to have a follow up after your procedure to monitor your specific individual health needs and progress.
