Can I Undergo Bariatric Surgery Again If I regain weight post Sleeve
Bariatric surgery aims to cause significant weight loss in a relatively short period. People who are not satisfied with bariatric surgery initially often wonder if they can have re -do bariatric surgeries if they regain weight?
Patients who identify with this problem can meet Dr Venu Gopal Pareek to coordinate revised weight-loss operations, achieve the desired results, and ensure affordable and safe care.
What is Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric surgery is an operation that doctors perform on patients to help them lose weight. This action is performed if the patient has difficulty in losing weight or has certain problems inhibiting weight loss. Usually, someone who is overweight is recommended to have this surgery as an alternative.
Candidates for revision weight loss surgery
Although it is possible to have a second bariatric procedure, it is not recommended in all cases. To determine if someone is ideal for revision surgery for weight loss, the doctor must first consider why surgery is being considered.
- Weight loss is not enough: Most of the time, people look for revisions because they haven’t achieved weight loss results or regained their weight within a reasonable amount of time. If inadequate weight loss is due to surgical complications, or if surgical complications are causing nutritional deficiencies or other problems, revision is likely the right choice. However, when people overeat or don’t have a nutritious diet, they need to change their lifestyle to get back on track with their weight loss efforts.
- Surgical complications: Patients in which weight loss surgery is needed to correct surgical changes or treat complications are ideal candidates for good general health. Finally, all weight loss surgery candidates should maintain a healthy diet and exercise too.
Can I undergo bariatric surgery twice?
No, you can’t have the same type of bariatric surgery twice as it won’t be of much help. However, you can change your surgery to other forms of bariatric surgery if you are experiencing weight gain or other complications from the surgery.
Weight loss after a revision surgery varies from person to person. One study found that people who had switched from gastric sleeve to Roux-en-Y bypass 63 per cent of their excess body weight about a year after surgery. Not everyone will experience this result. However, if you gain the weight back after surgery, you should talk to your doctor about revision or conversion procedures.
Revisions should not be a rushed decision. Check with your surgeon, nutritionist before having another operation. Always try non-invasive options before surgery, but always know that revision can be a good option for continuing weight loss after bariatric surgeries.
Revised weight loss techniques
There are many weight loss techniques available. Possible revision techniques are:
- Exchange or relocation of LAP-BAND® devices
- Convert the LAP-BAND procedure to gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery
- A procedure to reverse the gastric cuff (reduces the size of the stomach)
- Shifting the gastric sleeve procedure to gastric bypass
- Change the size of the smaller upper abdomen as it extends after gastric bypass
Dr Venu Gopal Pareek determines the best method for each person based on what bariatric technique was performed during the initial surgical procedure and what problems or complications the revision will resolve.
Successful revision Weight Loss Operations
Many people have had great success with the revision of their weight loss surgery. However, they need to commit to a healthy diet and an active exercise routine. This habit not only promotes weight loss after the revision but also results in long-term weight loss.
It is important to note that although bariatric surgery can produce impressive results, it is somewhat limited. Even after losing weight, people may struggle with excess skin or persistent fat deposits unresponsive to diet or exercise. Plastic surgery is probably the best option in such a case.
Conclusion:
Unfortunately, bariatric revision for gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and the gastric band are common in postoperative bariatric patients.
The goal of weight loss surgery is to help you maintain a healthy weight over the long term. However, if you failed to achieve this goal after your first surgery and have done everything possible, don’t hesitate to discuss other options with your doctor.
If you struggle with your weight or have complications after bariatric surgery, you may be an ideal candidate for weight loss revision surgery. Meet Dr Venu Gopal Pareek today to discuss your concerns; call – (917) 777-7715.
