Gastric bypass procedure:
Gastric bypass has historically been the most popular bariatric procedure. It is still widely accepted as the gold standard..
Sleeve gastrectomy can be applied as a standalone surgery. The side part of stomach is removed while leaving a narrow tube. It also removes ghrelin (h..
• Age between 18-65 years
• Body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher
• BMI of 35 or more and comorbidities like diabetes, hypertension, sleep ..
• Although difficult, it is reversible
• It produces more weight loss compared to sleeve gastrectomy
• It is restrictive and also malabsorbtive proc..
People who are not candidates for mini gastric bypass include those who:
• Have other medical problems that make the surgery too risky
• Have ..
• Hospital stay is longer
• Operation is more complex and takes more time
• It causes long-term vitamin and mineral deficiencies and requires life-l..
