Gastric Bypass Nutrition and Cooking:

- A Gastric Bypass post-op Nutritional seminar

- Dr. Owen's Shake recipes (PDF)

- Bariatric Advantage Vitamins, and supplements formulated specifically for bariatrics.

General Questions about Gastric Bypass (pre-op & post-op)

- The Coastal Center for Obesity FAQ

- ObesityHelp™ Founded in 1998, we are the internet’s meeting place for information and resources on obesity and bariatric (weight loss) surgery. We connect patients, surgeons, hospitals, physicians and others fighting against the consequences of obesity

- Bariatric Radio  Fabulous post-op gastric bypass support as well as interesting info for pre-ops.

Gastric Bypass

Overview

In the gastric bypass procedure, a 15-20cc stomach pouch is constructed (usual stomach approximately 1500cc or greater). The remainder of the stomach is separated from the new stomach pouch and stapled closed. This part of the stomach is not removed. The new stomach pouch is then connected to the small intestine. This is done by dividing the intestine approximately 40cm from the stomach and attaching the distal part to the stomach pouch. The proximal part of the divided intestine is then connected to the side of the intestine that was previously attached to the pouch. The roux limb is that part of the intestine between the stomach pouch and the connection to the proximal small intestine.

Want to compare this surgery with other weight loss operations. Follow the link below for a step-by-step comparison between Gastric Bypass, Adjustable Band and Sleeve Gastroplasty