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Category: <span>Gastric Bypass</span>
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What is Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and how effective is it?
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery (also known simply as gastric bypass) is one of the most popular types of weight loss surgery. The procedure consists of making surgical changes to your stomach and digestive system that restricts the amount of food you can eat, which can lead to significant long-term weight loss. As a result, not...
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The impact of gastric bypass on morbidity and mortality rates in young adults
For overweight young adults, extra pounds can take a significant physical and mental toll on your well-being over the years. Unfortunately, these young adults often develop weight-related problems due to being overweight as children or adolescents. Carrying extra weight for decades can result in an increased risk of developing many serious and chronic health issues....
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What comes next? Life after your bypass surgery
Before you decide to move forward with weight loss surgery, it’s important to understand what your diet will look like after a gastric bypass. For a few weeks to a few months following the bariatric procedure, you’ll be on a special post-op diet to help aid your recovery and ensure a strong start to your...
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Gastric bypass and older patients: The life-saving potential of weight loss surgery
If you’re an older adult between the ages of 55 and 74, you may think it’s too late to do anything about your poor health. However, according to a study published by MedPage Today, elderly adults who undergo gastric bypass weight loss surgery enjoy the same level of benefits as younger patients. The study was...
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Types of Weight Loss Surgery
If you are considering weight loss surgery, it is important to understand your options. There are several different types of weight loss surgery, all of which have their own unique benefits with a different approach to weight loss. While the end result may be similar in some cases, it is critical to understand the variations,...