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How much time will it take to lose excess weight after weight-loss surgery?

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Depends: Interesting question! it depends on the type of surgery you had. Typically, less aggressive modalities, such as lap band will produce gradual weight loss (a few lbs/week) and the band will/might need to be adjusted periodically. Roux en y and other more radical methods may cause substantial weight loss over a short period of time (1-3 months).

Answered 2/21/2014

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6-12 months: Most sleeve patients will lose their weight (70% of excess wt) in 6 months. Most bypass patients will lose their weight (75-80% of excess weight) over 12 months. Band patients lose about 50% of excess weight over 2 yrs.

Answered 8/13/2014

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Weight loss: Depends on how much you change your lifestyle.

Answered 7/20/2012

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