Bariatric procedures available in the Brazos Valley
For the right candidates, the benefits of weight loss procedures far outweigh the risks. It’s important to select a surgeon with experience in all options so your decision can be made objectively, based on what’s absolutely best for you.
When making your decision, it is important to consider your lifestyle, age, level of health, and any pre-existing conditions. We’ll take the time to carefully evaluate all these factors and determine the best option for you. We’ll recommend a procedure and a plan that will move you toward improved health with the ability to live life as you choose.
Surgical weigh loss procedures offered
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Gastric bypass surgery
This weight loss procedure involves creating a smaller stomach pouch and rerouting a portion of the small intestine to reduce food intake and nutrient absorption, leading to significant weight loss.
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Gastric sleeve
Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, involves the removal of a portion of the stomach, leaving a smaller, banana-shaped stomach pouch to limit food intake and aid in weight loss.
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Bariatric surgery benefits
- Significant weight loss
- Enhanced quality of life
- Reduced risk of heart disease
- Improved mental well-being
- Increased fertility
- Improved sleep
- Enhanced mobility
- Reduced cancer risk
Bariatric surgery risks
- Surgical risks
- Leakage
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Dumping syndrome
- Gallstones
- Stomal stenosis
- Psychological impact
- Weight regain
- Digestive problems
- Complications due to rapid weight loss
Frequently asked questions about bariatric surgery
Although it can vary, the hospital stay (including the day of bariatric surgery) can be 1-2 days, but is usually 24 hours.
Every attempt is made to control pain after bariatric surgery to make it possible for you to move about quickly and become active. This helps avoid problems and speeds recovery. Various methods of pain control, depending on your type of surgical procedure, are available. Ask your surgeon about other pain management options.
For your own safety, you should not drive until you have stopped taking narcotic medications and can move quickly and alertly to stop your car, especially in an emergency. Usually this takes 7-14 days after bariatric surgery.
Answer: Almost immediately after bariatric surgery doctors will ask you to get up and move about. Patients are asked to walk or stand at the bedside on the night of bariatric surgery, take several walks the next day and thereafter. On leaving the hospital, you may be able to care for all your personal needs, but will need help with shopping, lifting and with transportation.
Personal toiletries (comb, toothbrush, etc.) and an outfit to change into before going home. A hospital gown will be provided by the hospital during your stay, but some people prefer to bring their own. Choose clothes for your stay that are easy to put on and take off. Because of your incision, your clothes may become stained by blood or other body fluids. Other ideas:
-Reading and writing materials
-Crossword and other puzzles
-Bathrobe
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