It is bariatric surgery considered the gold standard in the USA. That is, it is the best surgery in terms of weight loss results.It is ideal for those patients who have reflux or metabolic diseases such as Diabetes mellitus, High Blood Pressure. High cholesterol.

It consists of a point between the stomach and the intestine. A smaller stomach pouch of 5-10 cm is made and two connections, one to the new stomach and another between the small intestine, which is called the “Y” of roux. Having hypoabsorption, that is, it does not absorb as many calories despite the intake.

The surgery is performed with laparoscopy, small incisions. Staples accredited by the country that meet sterility and quality guidelines are used.

It allows the patient to lose up to 80-90% of excess weight. Even reaching BMI in normal parameters.

The Y bypass works first with the restriction of the Pouch (new stomach) and the new concessions (anastomosis) allow the food to skip part of the intestinal absorption. This has an effect on the metabolism of intestinal hormones such as GLP1 and GIP that help in the treatment of diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and fatty liver.

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Risks of Gastric Bypass
– The most common adverse effects are vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, belching, gas and dizziness.
– Complications can be infection, bleeding, clots in the legs and leaks. These occur in less than 0.5%.
– Dumpling syndrome can present as diarrhea, dizziness, weakness when eating very sweet foods. It usually goes away with proper diet.

Gastric bypass candidates
– Having a BMI of 35 or more, diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, sleep apnea, heart disease.
– Having a BMI of more than 40, this is morbid obesity.
– Age 17-70 years
– Willingness to change your life. This is the most important.