Mini Gastric Bypass

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery in Mexico

What is a Mini Gastric Bypass?

In short, mini gastric bypass (MGB or OAGB) is a type of surgery for weight loss. It is comparable to the Gastric Bypass surgery but has only one connection to the small intestine. And instead of using a small pouch such as the gastric sleeve, this surgery procedure makes use of a tube-like pouch that is able to hold about 1-2 ounces, limiting how much food you can take in at one time. The small intestine is then looped or attached to a new pouch that is located about six to seven feet from its starting point. This placement will bypass the part of the intestines, thus allowing for less calories, nutrients, and fats to be absorbed by the body, resulting in weight loss.

Mini Gastric Bypass Benefits

Long-lasting weight loss
Shorter, less invasive procedure (1-2 hours)
Increased energy levels
Higher quality of sleep
Suppresses appetite (feel “full” sooner) which helps keep weight off
Reduces risk for weight-related life-threatening conditions like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and more

FAQ's

What is the difference in a Gastric Bypass and a Mini Gastric Bypass?

Very similar to the traditional RNY Gastric Bypass, the Mini Gastric Bypass is a simpler procedure that’s done in slightly less time and it has one less connection to the intestines which lowers complication risk.

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Is the Mini Gastric Bypass safe?

This is a minimally-invasive, laparoscopic procedure with a very small complication risk (2.9%). The complication risk is slightly less than the traditional RNY Gastric Bypass due to their being less connetions to the intestines.

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How much weight can you lose with mini gastric bypass?

On average, after 3 months you can lose 1/3 of your excess weight. After 1 year, you can lose 2/3 – 3/4 of your total excess weight on average.

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What is the recovery time?

On average, around 1-2 weeks.