What health problems can arrise by having Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Answer 1

Risks

Risks common to all surgeries for weight loss include an infection in the incision, a leak from the stomach into the abdominal cavity or where the intestine is connected (resulting in an infection called peritonitis), and a blood clot in the lung (pulmonary embolism). About one-third of all people having surgery for obesity develop gallstones or a nutritional deficiency condition such as anemia or osteoporosis.3, 4

Fewer than 3 in 200 (1.5%) people die after surgery for weight loss.3

After a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass:5, 3

An iron and vitamin B12 deficiency occurs more than 30% of the time. About 50% of those with an iron deficiency develop anemia.
The connection between the stomach and the intestines narrows (stomal stenosis) 5% to 15% of the time, leading to nausea and vomiting after eating.
Ulcers develop 5% to 15% of the time.
The staples may pull loose.
Hernia may develop.
The bypassed stomach may enlarge, resulting in hiccups and bloating.

Answer 2

Yes, death can be an inconvenient side effect of this surgery. Other problems include permanent B12 deficiency, which must be handled with shots. There are also certain foods, like white rice, that must be avoided at all costs.

Making the stomach smaller seems like a good idea, but why not try eating smaller meals as a preparation tactic? Also there is balloon surgery, where a balloon is inserted into the stomach and inflated partially so that the stomach is very full even though only 25% as much food has been eaten. This is done in France.

Answer 3

Any surgery has risks and being obese puts you more at risk during the surgery. Abdominal operations put alot of stress on the body. It creates an open wound, which can bleed, or not heal properly and you are at risk for infections. There can be increased clotting of blood which could lead to fatal pulmonary embolism. Lung problems, infection, bleeding, hemorrhaging, transfusions, bowel obstruction, leakage of bowel connections, obstruction of the stomach outlet, chronic nutritional problems, protein deficiency, vitamin deficiency, mineral deficiency, nausea, food intolerance, changed bowel habits, hair loss, loss of muscle mass, and pregnancy.

Answer 4

In extreme cases I'm sure it could lead to the same symptoms as Bolemia and anorexia. But one thing that has to be taken care of is that you can't just eat less, you've got to change your diet to include more of certain things. Eating less carbohydrates, namely sugar, can cause a dangerous increase in Cholesterol. Loss of calcium equals weak bones and slower weight loss. Not eating any vitamin C can seriously reduce your immune system's performance. Anyone who gets a Gastric Bypass MUST listen to their doctor about changing their diet to include more essential nutrients, for fear of death or severe illness.

Answer 5

Gastric Bypass Surgery/gastrectomy/lapband (all types of weight loss surgery) is very cheap in India.There is one company that is very famous in India that arranges obesity surgery for foreigners in India.They are called the Forerunners Healthcare.I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories.

I have also read that they arrange financing for american and canadian patients as obesity surgery is not covered by insurance.They also have photos pasted of their International patients.You can checkout their website.The cost savings are incredible.As a doctor i personally believe that your lobesity surgery can be easily handled in India as the quality of healthcare available here is simply best in the world.The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.

My cousin got her obesity surgery in India throught the forerunners healthcare .SHe is more than very happy with the results.She has lost 55lbs in 5 months.She just paid 25% of the amount she was quoted in USA and is all praise for this forerunners healthcare company.hope this helps

Source(s):
http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com

Answer 6

massive dehydration, potassium level defincy to passing out and needing IV treatment in the ER (think of that Shriver chick and what caused her problem), bulemia (tho not on purpose),

My wife went thru 2 years of it. If you are doing it purely by choice then choose not to.

Answer 7

Infection, malnutrician

Answer 8

such a major body modification is a big decision. better you should get your answers from professionals.

Answer 9

death