Gastric Bypass

Aesthetic Surgery

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Overview

Gastric Bypass is a surgical weight loss method. This method is applied in the operating theatre under general anaesthesia. At least 8 hours of fasting is required before the operation. The day before the operation, blood thinners are administered at a dose sufficient to prevent blood clotting. After the patient is put to sleep by the anaesthesiologist, a urinary catheter is inserted. Gastric Bypass surgery is performed by laparoscopic method called closed. With the help of a thin 30 cm long camera inserted into the abdomen, several 5 to 10 mm long skin incisions are made. Then, long rods thinner than a pencil are inserted into the abdomen. With the help of these rods and suture staples called staplers, a 6 cm long and 3 cm wide stomach pocket is created in the part of the normal stomach after the oesophagus.

Briefly what is Gastric Bypass?

Gastric Bypass surgery is one of the most common surgeries in the world. This surgery is applied to make people experience weight loss with two mechanisms. In Gastric Bypass surgery, a small stomach volume is created. However, the small stomach is connected to the small intestine. Incoming nutrients bypass the large stomach and pass into the small intestine. This process is also called Gastric Bypass.

Is Gastric Bypass surgery a suitable operation for me?

Gastric Bypass surgery is suitable for patients with a body mass index of more than 35, who have diabetes or who are fed with sugary foods, alcohol, high-calorie snacks and cola.

How long will I stay in the hospital after Gastric Bypass surgery?

You will usually stay in the hospital for 2-3 days after the operation. After taking water and liquid foods during this period, you can be discharged by removing the drain if your doctor deems appropriate.

What will I experience after gastric bypass surgery?

After the operation, you can easily feel full with a small amount of food intake. This satiety will turn into satiety and loss of appetite over time. The use of necessary vitamin and mineral supplements will be monitored with the instructions of surgeons and dieticians. In this way, you can lose weight very comfortably without experiencing vitamin and mineral losses.

How much weight can I lose after Gastric Bypass surgery?

It is possible to lose 50-100% of your excess weight in 1-2 years after Gastric Bypass surgery. The success of your weight loss is proportional to your compliance with your diet and exercise programme after the surgery. After Gastric Bypass surgery, for example, someone who has undergone surgery with 120 kg can lose approximately 50-60 kg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is suitable for gastric bypass?

Gastric bypass is suitable for people with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 and above or with a BMI between 35-39.9 who have serious obesity-related health problems (diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea).

How is gastric bypass performed?

Gastric bypass is usually performed laparoscopically, i.e. through small incisions and with the help of a camera. The surgeon creates a small pouch in the upper part of the stomach and connects this pouch directly to the small intestine, so that food bypasses the stomach and most of the small intestine.

How long does gastric bypass take?

Gastric bypass surgery usually takes 2-4 hours. Patients usually stay in hospital for a few days after surgery.

What is the recovery process after gastric bypass?

The recovery time varies from person to person, but they can usually return to their normal activities within 1-2 weeks. Full recovery and adaptation to the new diet may take several months.