Roux-en y Gastric Bypass
During a Roux-En Y Gastric Bypass, a small pouch is created at the top of the stomach using surgical staples. Next, the small intestine is cut into two sections. The lower section is attached to the opening in the stomach pouch, bypassing a large portion of the stomach and the duodenum (the upper part of the small intestine). After the procedure, you will feel full more quickly than when your stomach was its original size, which reduces the amount of food you eat and thus the calories consumed. This process leads to weight loss.
Benefits of Gastric Bypass:
Creates restriction by making a small stomach pouch about the size of a golf ball.
Limits the absorption of calories and nutrients by reorganizing the small intestine.
Decreases hunger
Increases satiety (or fullness)
Average weight loss of approximately 70-80%
