An enlarged pouch can result in regain after RNY Gastric Bypass weight loss surgery. Learn what you need to know by Dr. Abbas of Memorial Advanced Surgery!

Understanding the Context

The purpose of your diet after gastric bypass surgery is designed to restrict caloric intake to produce desired weight loss, to help develop appropriate eating habits and to prevent disruption or obstruction of your pouch. Most Gastric Bypass patients recover from surgery without complications; this applies to patients who choose other weight loss surgery procedures as well. Lap-Band Revision to Gastric Bypass (RNY) For patients who have been unsuccessful at losing significant weight with the lap-band, conversion to a gastric bypass is an excellent option. This type of revisional surgery has been widely studied and, in experienced hands, is safe and effective.

Key Insights

If you are an RNY Gastric Bypass pre-op, post-op, or researching it, read about the 12 key things you should know from a bariatric surgeon's experience! There are many bariatric surgery procedures to research. Learn about the choices of the Vertical Sleeve (VSG) or Gastric Bypass (RNY). If you have a RNY Gastric Bypass surgery with regain, revising to a DS is an option. Read what you need to know about a revision from RNY to DS WLS!

Final Thoughts

What to Expect of a Revision from RNY to DS - ObesityHelp