Mini Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass surgery has helped many people lose weight, but you may not need the extent of changes it involves.
Mini gastric bypass surgery is a simplified version of the procedure involving less operating time and fewer risks.
Vive Bariatrics in Tijuana, B.C., can help you lose most of your excess weight in a year at a fraction of the cost you would pay in the U.S.
What Is a Mini Gastric Bypass?
Mini gastric bypass is a bariatric procedure that divides the stomach into upper and lower pouches and reroutes the small intestine. Mini gastric bypass is different from gastric bypass in that it requires less rerouting of the small intestine, and can be completed in a shorter amount of time.
After your bariatric surgery, food will travel into your small stomach, bypass several feet of the small intestine, then enter the small intestine where it will resume the digestive process.
Mini gastric bypass is both a restrictive and malabsorptive surgery, meaning it restricts the amount of food you can consume and the number of calories your body can absorb. This leads to effective weight loss.
Check Your BMI
Only patients with a BMI of 40 or higher will be considered for mini gastric bypass surgery. Patients with a BMI of 35 or higher with a weight-related medical condition may also qualify for treatment. We can further explore your candidacy for treatment during a consultation.
How Is Mini Gastric Bypass Performed?
After you've been approved for this weight loss surgery in Tijuana, you can expect these general steps:
All of our surgeons are international doctors, and some are board-certified in both the U.S. and Mexico.
Risks Associated With Mini Gastric Bypass
Though this weight loss surgery presents fewer risks than other bariatric surgery options, patients may experience:
- Acid reflux
- Ulcers
- Gastritis
- Nutrient deficiencies
Choosing a board-certified bariatric surgeon to perform your procedure and following their aftercare instructions will help minimize these risks. Dr. Carlos and the other board-certified surgeons from Vive Bariatrics in Tijuana can set you up for success.
The Perks of Medical Tourism
Choosing to undergo a mini gastric bypass with us in Tijuana comes with unique perks:
- Your costs will be significantly less than you would pay in other countries, without sacrificing quality.
- You can receive your procedure and have a vacation in Tijuana at the same time.
- Our dedicated staff will handle your transportation to and from your appointment, so there's no need for you to navigate an unfamiliar city on your own.
"Mini gastric bypass surgery is less invasive and involves fewer risks than other bariatric surgeries. It can help you lose 60 to 70 percent of your excess weight in one year."
