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Frequently Asked
Questions about Gastric Bypass surgery:
1. Am I a candidate
for a Gastric Bypass?
The
ideal candidates for Gastric Bypass surgery are:
-Patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI)
of 40 and above.
2. After I have lost the desired weight, do the staples need to be removed?
No, remember that obesity
is a disease, and surgery aims to cure it. The staples are designed
to remain in their position.
3. Will the small
stomach grow back to its original size after Gastric Bypass surgery?
Slightly; however, the
change will not be significant since it is only food that stretches
the stomach walls.
4. Am I going to
eat the same food after a Gastric Bypass?
5. What is a Gastric Bypass and how it works?
6. What are the possible complications of the Gastric Bypass surgery?
7. Who should I prepare myself for a Gastric Bypass surgery?
8. How long do I have to stay at the hospital and what should I expect after a Gastric Bypass surgery?
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