Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RnY)

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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RnY) is a more complex operation, to provide more consistent and successful weight loss.

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The small upper pouch is completely separated from the distal stomach which is left in place. A “Y” shaped segment

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of small bowel is attached to the pouch with a narrow opening. This bypasses the mixing of food and digestive juices

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From the distal stomach resulting in poorer absorption of calories and nutrients. This both restricts food intake and interferes with absorption resulting in more consistent weight loss, but has a higher risk of complications or side effects. It does not interfere with taking liquids. 80% of patients lose at least half their excess weight with the RnY procedure. This operation can be done open or laparoscopic.

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The laparoscopic RnY averages a 2-3 day hospitalization with a return to full activity in 2-3 weeks. A liquid and soft diet high in protein is suggested for 6 weeks after surgery, and then the patient is placed on a solid diet.

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The open RnY averages a 3-4 day hospitalization with a return to full activity in 3-4 weeks. The open version is safer than the laparoscopic version and the success rate and diet are the same.