Gastric Bypass Surgery Benefits
Improvements in health, quality of life, and, of course, significant weight
loss are important bariatric surgery benefits. In addition to providing
greater detail about these benefits, the information below will help you
understand how the REALIZE™ Solution† for gastric bypass can help
you achieve and maintain a healthier weight.
Significant weight loss after bariatric surgery
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As a result of gastric bypass, patients typically lose 61.6% of excess weight
in the first year following surgery.9
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At least two-thirds of patients who undergo gastric bypass surgery are able to
keep off at least 50% of their excess weight for 10 years or longer.19
Improvement or resolution of many serious health problems
In a clinical study, gastric bypass surgery reduced the total number of
serious health problems (known as comorbid conditions or comorbidities) of
participating patients by 96%.17
Table 1: Health Improvements After Gastric Bypass Surgery
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Health Problem (Comorbidity)
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Result After Gastric Bypass Surgery
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Type 2 Diabetes
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Resolved† in 83.7% of patients.9 In fact, in some gastric bypass
cases, resolution of type 2 diabetes occurred within days of the
surgery.9
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High Blood Pressure
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Resolved in 67.5% of patients9
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High Cholesterol
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Improved†† in 94.9% of patients9
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Resolved in 80.4% of patients9
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Acid Reflux/GERD
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Resolved in 98% of patients17
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Depression
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Improved in 47% of patients18
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Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain
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Resolved in 41% of patients18
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Stress Urinary Incontinence
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Resolved in 44% of patients18
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Menstrual Dysfunction Due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
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Resolved in 100% of patients20
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Ovulation and Fertility Restored
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Restored in 100% of patients20
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† In medical terminology, "resolved" is defined as removing all known
symptoms and signs of the condition or disease.
†† In
medical terminology, "improved" is defined as reducing the known symptoms and
signs of the condition or disease.
Shorter hospital stays, faster recovery
Most surgeons prefer the laparoscopic approach to bypass surgery. Laparoscopic
(minimally invasive) surgery results in a shorter hospital stay, faster
recovery, smaller scars, and less pain than open surgical procedures.
Weight loss surgery cost savings over time
A recent study showed that bariatric surgery pays for itself in about 2
years.11 One important reason is that weight loss surgery may help to
improve or resolve conditions associated with obesity, such as type 2 diabetes
and high cholesterol,9 so patients save money on related prescription
drugs, doctor visits, and hospital visits11. In addition, monthly
savings associated with laparoscopic bariatric surgery reaches more than $900
as early as 13 months following surgery.11
Quality-of-life improvements
Clinical studies of laparoscopic bariatric surgery patients found that they
felt better, spent more time doing recreational and physical activities,
benefited from enhanced productivity and economic opportunities, and had more
self-confidence than they did prior to surgery.9
See if you are
eligible for weight loss surgery.
The REALIZE Solution† is more than a gastric bypass
The REALIZE Solution for gastric bypass includes the REALIZE mySUCCESS®
Program, a Web-based clinical support tool designed to help you achieve and
maintain a healthier weight. In fact, it has been shown that REALIZE®
Band patients who frequently use
REALIZE mySUCCESS® lose
significantly more weight.*
REALIZE mySUCCESS® was developed in conjunction with bariatric surgeons,
dietitians, and behavior modification specialists to guide you through two
essential stages for success following surgery. Stage 1 helps you build
healthy habits over the first 18 months. Stage 2 keeps you motivated, on
track, and connected with your bariatric practice over the next 18 months and
beyond.
You'll learn and practice strategies that will help cement your healthy
habits—and help you achieve your healthier weight.
REALIZE
mySUCCESS® keeps you connected with your bariatric team and allows your
doctor to step in precisely when needed to keep you on track.
REALIZE mySUCCESS® is exclusive to the REALIZE Solution for gastric
banding, gastric bypass, and sleeve gastrectomy.
Learn more about the
power of REALIZE mySUCCESS®.
Sign up for presurgery access to REALIZE mySUCCESS®
Anyone considering bariatric surgery is invited to start using REALIZE
mySUCCESS®. Before surgery, you can access specially designed features
and tools to begin changing your habits and improving your health.
When it's time to choose a procedure, only the REALIZE™ Solution for
gastric banding, gastric bypass, and sleeve gastrectomy gives you access to
the full set of REALIZE mySUCCESS® features after surgery.
Enroll now for REALIZE
mySUCCESS®.
Take the next important step to learn more about the REALIZE Solution for
gastric bypass
If you're considering gastric bypass, we encourage you to attend a free
information seminar hosted by a bariatric clinic that offers the REALIZE
Solution for gastric banding, gastric bypass, or sleeve gastrectomy. It's a
great way to learn about the benefits and risks of your surgical weight loss
options. You'll get insights into what to expect from gastric bypass before
and after surgery, you'll meet bariatric team members who will support you
before and long after your surgery, and you may also hear from patients who
have had weight loss surgery. There's no pressure to make a commitment—and no
better way to get the answers you're looking for. Of course, family and
friends are welcome, too.
Use our seminar finder
to locate a seminar in your area, and register to ensure that you have a seat
because seminars often fill up.
Want to talk it over? We're ready to help. Call us at 1-866-300-1818 if you
have questions or concerns or want help finding a seminar near you.
*Patients who frequently use REALIZE mySUCCESS® lose significantly
more weight. Based on 12 months of patient-reported data from REALIZE Band
patients using REALIZE mySUCCESS®. Frequent users were in the top third
of patients based on frequency of entering a weight into
REALIZE
mySUCCESS®. Source: Ethicon Endo-Surgery, data on file.
†The REALIZE Solution combines REALIZE mySUCCESS® with the use of
select surgical instruments.
