Question 1

is stomach stapling dangerous?

Accepted Answer

A major surgery: Stomach stapling is a major surgery. It is associated with many potential serious complications. It can be done safely. Done by experienced surgeons it is a safe procedure but as mentioned above as with any major surgery there can be complications.

Question 2

is stomach stapling effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: Bariatric procedures have a nearly 50 year history and the modern approaches are much safer and generally effective when applied appropriately.  Simple stapling tends to fail over time.   A purely restrictive procedure such as lap band seems less durable overtime when compared against a restrictive and mal-absorptive procedure such as bypass.  Get a complete evaluation to know your options.

Question 3

can any body have stomach stapling?

Accepted Answer

Guidelines: Age, actual bmi, associated medical illnesses, and psychological profile are all used to define appropriate patients for bariatric surgery.  Bariatric programs, especially those considered centers of excellence, will all use same or similar guidelines. Good luck.

Question 4

did any body have stomach stapling when they could have had banding?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: The type of surgery that your surgeon may recommend depends on many factors.  One of which is surgeon bias.  Some patients may do well with a number of different surgical options.  When you discuss any surgery be sure to ask about all of your options and be comfortable with the choice that you and your surgeon make together.

Question 5

after "stomach stapling", lots of celebs are still fat. how much benefit can you get?

Accepted Answer

Up to you: It is an individual reality to be responsible to your benefits.

Question 6

why do people still get stomach stapling surgery?

Accepted Answer

Still obese: And looking for an easier way out.

Question 7

do you agree with gastric band/stomach stapling?

Accepted Answer

YES: Morbidly obese patients it can be life saving, as well as, curative for Diabetes II and hypertension.

Question 8

can you tell me about gastroplasty/ stomach stapling, how are staples removed?

Accepted Answer

They're not: These staples remain with you the rest of your life and are asymptomatic

Question 9

my friend had stomach stapling surgery and now has constant problems with dumping?

Accepted Answer

Diet changes: Dumping syndrome is not uncommon after gastric bypass surgery.  Symptoms can usually be improved by avoiding foods high in sugar.  But if that does not do the trick, there are medications that may help.  Talk to your surgeon.

Question 10

is bypass the same as stomach stapling operation?

Accepted Answer

No: Typically, when people talk about stomach stapling they are referring to a surgery called the vertical banded gastroplasty (which we don't do in the us anymore). The bypass, which does is a different type of surgery to treat obesity. It involves not only stapling the stomach to make it smaller but also re-routing your small intestines to decrease the number of calories you absorb after you eat.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Stomach stapling

A member asked:

Is stomach stapling dangerous?

A member asked:

Is stomach stapling effective?

A member asked:

Can any body have stomach stapling?

A member asked:

Did any body have stomach stapling when they could have had banding?

A member asked:

After "stomach stapling", lots of celebs are still fat. how much benefit can you get?

A member asked:

Why do people still get stomach stapling surgery?

A member asked:

Do you agree with gastric band/stomach stapling?

A member asked:

Can you tell me about gastroplasty/ stomach stapling, how are staples removed?

A member asked:

My friend had stomach stapling surgery and now has constant problems with dumping?

A member asked:

Is bypass the same as stomach stapling operation?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?