Gastric Bypass

What is Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Gastric Bypass, also known as Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, is a common form of bariatric surgery. It helps people with severe obesity lose weight by altering their digestive system.

How is it performed?

• During the procedure, your surgeon will create a small pouch at the top of the stomach, approximately 2-3 inches wide, dividing it from the rest of the stomach.
• Your surgeon will then connect the pouch directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the stomach and the first section of the small intestine. This limits the amount of food a person can eat and reduces the absorption of calories and nutrients from food.