Patients with a Body Mass Index greater than 35 with conditions such as type II diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance, sleep apnea, hyperlipidemia, hypertension and/or heart disease caused by obesity
Patients with a Body Mass Index greater than 30 with serious health problems
Success Rates
Within the first 2 years of the surgery, a loss of 50-70% of excess weight can be achieved.
Recovery Time
Short Term: May leave hospital 2-3 days after procedure.
Long Term: May return to work 1-3 weeks after procedure.
Must avoid strenuous activity for the first 30 days.
Treatment Period
1-2 hours
Risks & Side Effects
Potential for bleeding, infection, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, blood clots, gall stones, hernias and undernutrition.