Question 1

i had the gastric bypass surgery, is it safe to have an mri without causing and problems from my surgery?

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Should be fine: Pretty much all medical implants (something left behind) made after 1996 are MRI safe.  With that said, you will still have to fill out a history form prior to the MRI and make sure to note all of your medical and surgical history.

Question 2

how effective is the rny gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends on behavior: A roux-en-y gastric bypass can be quite effective in weight loss if it is part of a multi-modality treatment process.  This can include support, diet, exercise, as well as the surgery.  Your doctor can guide you in finding a qualified bariatric program, but you must be willing to accept that such a procedure is not the end, and you will have to actively participate in your recovery.  Good luck.

Question 3

can you tell me about roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Gastric bypass: The the bypass is the gold standard for weight loss operations. It's been around for over 50 yrs and is a proven operation. It is the best in terms of overall weight loss. It is also the best operation for patients with diabetes, heartburn/reflux, large hiatal hernias, or are very obese (bmi over 50). It should only be done by an experienced gastric bypass surgeon. The sleeve is a close second.

Question 4

can you tell me the price range for a roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery!?

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Gastric bypass : Well, insurance usually covers it if you qualify (bmi over 40 if you have no medical problems, or bmi over 35 with medical problems). If you don't have insurance, you are looking at somewhere between $20-30, 000. You can get financing through care credit as one example.

Question 5

is it possible to have gastric bypass surgery if you have hepatitis c?

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Maybe: The hepatitis c itself won't be a barrier to this surgery. The question will be how much damage there is to the liver. People with cirrhosis are at higher risk for complications from any surgery, including bypass.

Question 6

hepatitis c and gastric bypass surgery? can you have gastric bypass surgery if you have hepatitis c?

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Hepatitis : Hepatitis c is not an absolute contraindication to bypass surgery. A lot depends on the current status of your liver function.  Your physician will likely perform liver function tests as part of their evaluation. They may also recommend an ultrasound to evaluate the liver as well as the gallbladder if it is still present. If you have cirrhosis or hepatocellular cancer as a complication of your hepatitis c then you likely have other problems to deal with and bypass surgery is not right for you. If you have normal liver function then there is no absolute contraindication. This is when a conversation with your surgeon is key to understand risks and benefits as they apply to you. Be sure to discuss options in weight loss surgery with your doctor. Lap band and lap bypass are very different surgeries and each has its own risk and benefit.

Question 7

does gastric bypass surgery work?

Accepted Answer

Bypass surgery: Gastric bypass surgery, and all the surgeries for the overweight, essentially work by decreasing the number and or the amount of calories that you are able to absorb. Each of the several procedures work in slightly different ways. All of the surgeries have their unique complications, so ask your surgeon specific questions.

Question 8

does discovery cover gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Bypass: Most insurances cover the procedure if it is indicated.

Question 9

what's the procedure to get gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

A process: High bmi
best to avoid and avoid any surgery!

get weight counseling
endocrine assessment
diet and exercise
risk assessment for o ther conditions--obesity is a high risk all by itself.

As a late or last resort, surgery.

Question 10

how do i know if i'm eligible for gastric bypass surgery?

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See someone: Best answer is to see a good g.I surgeon who does many of these surgeries and has a good track record...Ask you family doc and ask him for a referral...

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