Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery in India

Hey buddy, are you planning to get rid of your obesity? Then you should have heard about the Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric bypass surgery. Do you want to know more about the surgery? Then you are in the right place today in this article I am going to give you a clear idea about the surgery. So without further intro let us get into the content.

What is Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric bypass?

It is a weight loss surgery practiced to reduce the weight. Bariatric surgery is considered as the best way to weight loss. Roux-en-Y is the standard bariatric surgery practiced for obesity. It is also known as Bariatric Bypass surgery. Like other typical bypass surgery, a tube or small pouch is connected form your stomach to the first part of the small intestine. Thus it skips or bypasses the long part of the stomach. When you eat the food goes through poach in your stomach to the first part of the small intestine. It is a keyhole or laparoscopic surgery that means the stomach area is not opened during the surgery. Various holes are made and the special instruments are inserted to do the surgery. It is usually done to the peoples for whom the diet and exercise don't help to reduce the weight. 

How long the process takes?

The Gastric Bypass surgery takes an average of 1 to 3 hours. Preparation for the surgery may start before one week. After the surgery, you will be in the intensive care unit for 5 hours.

Is the preparation period necessary for the Gastric surgery?

Well, the preparation period helps a lot in the recovery period and also reduces the complexity of the surgery. Before the surgery the doctor may examine your health condition, if it is not suitable he may recommend some diet plans and exercises. The healthy food you take before the surgery makes the healing process swift.

When I will be fully recovered from the Gastric Bypass?

It will take a minimum of 3 months to fully recover from the Gastric Bypass. The recovery period may differ based on the health condition of the patient. You will be in hospital for 1 week, and then you will be discharged. But you will be required to take regular check-ups. Any problem you face should be told to the doctor immediately.

Can I eat after the Gastric Bypass Surgery?

In the long-term, the answer is yes. After the surgery you can't eat, the nutrients will be inserted directly into your veins. After 1 or 3 days you can start in taking fluid materials, as your intestine and stomach are still healing. After 1 or 2 weeks you can take low-calorie foods. After the full recovery, you can eat normally.

Will I be awake during the surgery?

No, before going to the operation room you will be given anesthesia then, doctors will ask questions to ensure that you don't feel the pain. After you fell asleep you will be taken to the operation room. You will awake in the recovery room. Sometimes you may awake during the surgery, but you can’t feel the pain.

How fast you lose weight after Gastric Bypass?

As per the study by the University of Michigan, you will start losing 15lbs to 5 lbs per week for the first 1 or 2 weeks. After that, the ratio will decrease to 2lbs to 3 lbs. It is considered the best method for weight loss.

Do I feel hungry after the Gastric Bypass surgery?

Yes, you will feel hungry after having the surgery. In the beginning, you will be given some drugs to reduce hunger as you can't eat because of the healing process. After that, you will feel hungrier. It is recommended to set the timer to eat.

Which is better Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass?

Both are effective, mostly Gastric sleeve surgery as the long term result of the Gastric Bypass is Unknown. The risk percentage for the sleeve surgery is 3% whereas the Bypass surgery is 5%. But the Gastric Bypass is getting popular in the United States.

Is the Gastric Bypass surgery is reversible?

No, it is not irreversible. There are no specific guidelines about the reversibility of the Bypass surgery, sometimes it is discussed but the reversing will lead to the regaining of the weight and it has high risk.

What are the other complications that may arise after Gastric Bypass?

Some risks may arise after the Gastric Bypass. The success rate of the Gastric Bypass is 50% after 10 years. Here are some complications that may arise after the Gastric Bypass surgery strictures inflammation, ulcers, hernias, weight regain, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and malnutrition.

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