Those who are morbidly obese have several surgical options when they are ready to take a more drastic step to lose weight. The roux en y gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, duodenal switch and Bariatric Surgery are all popular choices with astounding results.
Mini Gastric Bypass
A weight loss surgery option that takes a relatively short amount of time to perform, this solution is popular with many who are looking for a surgical way to lose weight. This simple and safe laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure has similar positive effects on morbidly obese patients as the more complex laparoscopic Roux-en-Y procedure. Research studies have shown that it has been just as effective in the resolution of metabolic syndrome as well as improving the quality of life for patients while it provides an option that allows them to leave the hospital in 48 hours.
Duodenal Switch
Two components make this weight-loss surgery procedure one of the most effective at keeping the weight off long after the surgery. The first component that this involves is restriction. Basically, a partial gastrectomy is performed to reduce the size of the stomach. When done properly, the stomach will still function normally but just not have the capacity to hold as much food. The second component is malabsorptive. This is when the small intestines are rearranged in order to separate the food from the bile and pancreatic fluids. This component prevents the absorption of many of the calories from the food.
