The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is the most commonly performed bariatric procedure performed in the U.S.  At CBSI, 99% of our Roux-en-Ys are performed laparoscopically, allowing patients less pain and scarring, a reduced hospital stay, and faster recovery and mobility.

During gastric bypass surgery, a small pouch from your stomach is created.  A piece of small intestine is attached in the pouch so food can come out of the pouch directly into a segment of small intestine, thereby causing a part of the stomach and small intestine to be bypassed.  The mechanism of weight loss is two-fold: the small pouch restricts the amount of food, while the bypass of the stomach and duodenum restricts the body’s ability to absorb calories, while still providing adequate nutrition.  As a result of the surgery, changes in eating habits are required.  These included restricted portions of food, as well as food choices that optimize nutritional requirements.

Following gastric bypass surgery, all patients have obesity-related co-morbidities that improve or resolve completely.  Weight loss is initially dramatic with an average weight loss of 90 lbs at 6 months and 117 lbs at 1 year, and weight loss can be anticipated for up to 18 months if patients are compliant with the lifestyle and dietary changes required.

The Gastric Roux-en-Y is proven to be safe and effective in select morbidly obese patients.  The gastric bypass allows these patients to:

• Lose significant weight and maintain weight loss long-term
• Reverse many obesity-related health problems
• Favorably impact longevity and quality of life