Gastrik Bypass

Gastric Bypass

In gastric bypass operations, a large part of the stomach is bypassed and a small volume (about 30-50 cc) stomach section is prepared and sutured to the small intestine.

In this surgery, it is aimed both to reduce the stomach volume, as in other obesity surgery operations, and to disable a part of the intestines and to dispose of some of the consumed food without being absorbed. Thus, patients are both satiated with less food and some of the food they receive is absorbed.

How is It Implemented?

Gastric bypass surgery, like other obesity surgeries, is usually performed by laparoscopic method. The operation is performed by entering through small incisions opened to the abdominal area. Robotic surgery method is also used for gastric bypass operations.

The Period After Surgery

After surgery, patients can easily feel satiety by taking small amounts of food, and after a while this satiety turns into a loss of appetite.

Total food intake decreases significantly. Depending on the reduced size of the newly created stomach and reduced food absorption, it is necessary to follow the instructions of the surgeon and dietitians for the use of the necessary vitamin and mineral supplements.

Thus, the patient can lose weight without experiencing loss of vitamins and minerals.