WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
Find out more about the types of weight loss surgeries HealthyMe offer and how they could benefit you. Click on the relevant surgery for more information.
GASTRIC SLEEVE
What is a gastric sleeve/sleeve gastrectomy?
Sleeve gastrectomy surgery has been shown to be an effective way of helping people achieve substantial and long-term weight loss. It significantly reduces your risk of developing certain obesity-related medical conditions, but can also help to reverse pre-existing conditions such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
During the operation, the stomach is divided using staples and approximately 75-80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller stomach in the shape of a narrow tube.
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How does a gastric sleeve work?
The remaining stomach tube has a capacity of 100ml-200ml in size (approximately half a cup of tea). It works by reducing the amount of food you can eat and altering the stomach’s ability to signal hunger.
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Benefits of a gastric sleeve?
Remission of diabetes
Restored fertility
Resolution of fatty liver disease
Reduction in medications
Improved cholesterol levels
Resolution of obstructive sleep apnoea
Improved mobility and reduction in joint pain
Improvements in mood, confidence and self esteem
Reduced risk of cancer
Improved quality of life
How much weight will I lose following a gastric sleeve?
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Typically, you can expect to lose 20-30% total body weight in the first 2 years, with most of that being in the first 12-18 months.
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GASTRIC BYPASS
What is gastric bypass surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery has been shown to be an effective way of helping people achieve substantial and long-term weight loss. It significantly reduces your risk of developing certain obesity-related medical conditions, but can also help to reverse pre-existing conditions such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension. It works by reducing the amount of food you can eat, bypassing from a small gastric pouch directly into the small intestine (where some food absorption occurs) and altering how/when your body signals hunger.
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How does gastric bypass surgery work?
During a Roux-En-Y gastric bypass, the top of the stomach is divided using staples to leave a small stomach pouch, which is then directly attached to the small intestine. A second join is made further down the small intestine to allow the digestive juices to meet your food. The remaining stomach pouch is approximately 50ml in size (about the size of a large egg), severely restricting the amount of food you can tolerate. By skipping the first part of the small intestine, absorption of food will be affected and the hormones that control appetite and hunger will be altered. It’s this combination of restriction and malabsorption that make it so effective at helping you to lose weight.
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Benefits of a gastric bypass surgery?
Resolution of reflux
Remission of diabetes
Restored fertility
Resolution of fatty liver disease
Reduction in medications
Improved cholesterol levels
Resolution of obstructive sleep apnoea
Improved mobility and reduction in joint pain
Improvements in mood, confidence and self esteem
Reduced risk of cancer
Improved quality of life
How much weight will I lose following gastric bypass surgery?
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Typically, you can expect to lose 25-35% total body weight in the first 2 years, with most of that being in the first 12-18 months.
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MINI GASTRIC BYPASS
What is a mini gastric bypass and how does it work?
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The mini gastric bypass is similar to the standard Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass, however, only one join is made (instead of two) between the stomach and the small intestine. The mini gastric bypass involves creating a slightly longer stomach pouch but bypasses a longer proportion of the small intestine. Studies have shown no significant difference in the outcomes between the two gastric bypass surgeries, making the mini bypass an attractive intermediate option between the gastric bypass or gastric sleeve.
It works by reducing the amount of food you can eat and bypassing the small intestine. By skipping the first part of the small intestine, absorption of food will be affected and the hormones that control appetite and hunger will be altered. It’s this combination of restriction and malabsorption that make it so effective at helping you to lose weight. ​​​
How does a mini bypass compare to a gastric bypass or gastric sleeve?
The mini gastric bypass is more invasive than gastric sleeve surgery, but not as significant as the traditional Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass. The operation time is shorter and there is a reduced risk of early post operative complications. Studies also show a reduced risk of internal herniation. Weight loss outcomes remain similar to that of a traditional gastric bypass, alongside similar metabolic outcomes such as nutritional status and diabetes remission. However, studies suggest a higher incidence of reflux following the mini bypass compared to the Roux-En-Y gastric bypass, which you may need to consider when opting for which surgery is right for you. Your surgeon will be happy to discuss these in further detail with you to ensure you choose the most appropriate option for you and your lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions
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HealthyMe partner with Elan to provide appropriate vitamin and mineral supplementation following weight loss surgery. Elan have a wide range of products specific to each surgery type to support you on your weight loss journey.
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As part of your package with HealthyMe, you will receive a personal discount code for use on their products.
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