Gastric bypass surgery is a fast and effective weight loss method for people who are obese and severely obese who have been unable to lose weight through diet and exercise alone.
The amount of weight lost after gastric bypass varies from person to person, but you can expect to lose around 70 percent of your excess weight within one year of surgery. Much of the weight loss happens within the first six months of surgery and stabilises after around 12 to 18 months. By losing this weight you will be cutting your risk of serious illness, such as heart disease and cancer, and any obesity-related conditions may go into remission, such as Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Losing the excess weight will relieve the pressure on the joints, improving mobility and cutting the risk of musculoskeletal problems, such as osteoporosis and joint damage. Weight loss caused by gastric bypass surgery can also help to boost mental health, alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety, further improving your quality of life.
However, to get the full benefit of your gastric bypass surgery, it is essential that you are able to commit to a healthy lifestyle after the procedure. This means following a diet and exercise plan. Your surgeon will discuss this with you in detail.
Some people who lose an excessive amount of weight may find that they have a lot of loose skin left behind. This can be successfully managed with abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) which is a surgical procedure that we also carry out here at the Cadogan Clinic. If you feel you would benefit from this surgery, one of our expert surgeons will be happy to speak to you about this in more detail.