Why would a gastric sleeve need revision?

If you’re suffering from gastric reflux after your sleeve gastrectomy, a revision may bring the relief you need. Reflux can be the result of a stricture and it can also be manifested as difficulty in swallowing.

How fast do you lose weight after gastric bypass revision?

Recovery time for a revision to gastric bypass is 1 to 3 weeks. Also, the risks for complications is the same as all of the other cases we perform. When a patient undergoes a revision to his or her gastric bypass, we usually see a 65-75% excess body weight loss, which is 65-75 lbs weight loss for every 100 lbs.

Can you reset your pouch after gastric sleeve?

It works by mimicking your immediate diet after bariatric surgery. A normal post diet after the gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and SIPS Surgery has four to five stages and lasts at least weeks. The pouch reset follows the eating guidelines but lasts five days.

What is the average recovery time for a gastric sleeve?

Most people can expect to remain in the hospital for about 48 hours after the gastric sleeve surgery. A full recovery typically takes three weeks, but most patients can resume non-strenuous activities in two weeks.

Is a gastric sleeve revision to gastric bypass my best option?

Gastric bypass is considered to be the best option for revision procedure after sleeve gastrectomy surgery. Consequently gastric bypass revision surgery quickly solves these issues. Patient can stop medication immediately after revision and research shows that it has long-lasting effect.

What to expect before and after gastric sleeve surgery?

Expect some discomfort following your gastric sleeve surgery. During the first week after surgery, you will need to take pain medication. Tenderness and pain around the site of the incision may occur as well as general tenderness in the stomach as you will be getting full faster than ever before.

What are the best foods to eat after a gastric sleeve?

The foods to eat after gastric sleeve surgery are only soft or puree foods, such as yoghurts, blended fruits, smooth soup, blended fish, liquidized meat, etc. You should also keep in mind that you cannot drink before, during, or after you eat soft foods.