Weight Loss Surgery: What to Expect
Medically Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD on January 06, 2023
How Does Weight Loss Surgery Work?
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Weight Requirements
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Types of Weight Loss Surgery
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Weighing the Pros and Cons
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Preparing for Surgery
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Surgical Methods
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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
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Creating the Stomach Bypass
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Gastric "Sleeve"
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Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB or Lap-Band)
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Biliopancreatic Diversion
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After the Procedure
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Eating After Weight Loss Surgery
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How Much Weight Will You Lose?
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Other Health Benefits
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Lifestyle Changes After Surgery
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Risks of Surgery
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Complications After Surgery
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Dumping Syndrome
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Supplements for Low Nutrient Levels
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Adjusting to Your New Life
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