Pizza and pasta are normally favorites, but after bariatric surgery, they should be consumed in moderation. If you are having pizza, order a thin crust and add veggies and lean meats, such as chicken or Canadian bacon. Overall, you should choose a menu item that is centered on protein, like grilled chicken or seafood Longer term risks and complications of gastric bypass can include: Bowel obstruction. Dumping syndrome, causing diarrhea, nausea or vomiting Weight loss before surgery was associated with readmission... +More

The intragastric balloon is the first of the endoscopic techniques which have the potential to be important means of achieving weight loss without the need for surgery. This is the only endoscopic technique which currently we offer at CBS. But the field of endoscopic techniques for weight loss is a rapidly developing one and further techniques could be available in the not-too-distant future. The intragastric balloon is a day procedure. You are very lightly anaesthetised during the procedure as it can be... +More

Weight loss before surgery was associated with readmission for abdominal pain and increases in urinary tract and surgical site infections, researchers found. The tradition may also be tied to insurance carriers who require weight loss and counseling before surgical treatment.

RNY reversal is the process of undoing the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Although rare, reversals are sometimes necessary due to complications such as malnutrition, severe dumping syndrome, or other medical issues.

A mass in the stomach refers to an abnormal growth or lump, which could be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). It may present with symptoms such as pain, bloating, or unexplained weight loss. Diagnostic tests like imaging or a biopsy are essential for determining the nature of the mass and whether surgical removal or further treatment is required.