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A gastric procedure is a procedure that will shrink the size of your stomach therefore only allowing you to eat small amounts of food each and every day. Just like with any other surgery this one does have complications so you will need to consult with your doctor before you make any decisions.
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Can you suggest a website that has information about the gastric bypass procedure?
Here is a great link that can help you find out more about the gastric bypass procedure: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass/MY00825. I hope this helps you.
Where can I learn more about the gastric bypass surgery procedure?
http://www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com/gastric-bypass-surgery/ is a good place to learn more about the gastric bypass surgery. If you are seriously considering a medical procedure it is best to consult your doctor.
Is gastric banding and stomach banding the same?
Yes, gastric banding and stomach banding are the same procedure.
What is gastric acid determination?
Gastric acid determination, also known as stomach acid determination, gastric analysis, or basal gastric secretion, is a procedure to evaluate gastric (stomach) function. The test specifically determines the presence of gastric acid, as well.
Where can I find gastric bypass images online?
Gastric Bypass is a surgical procedure conducted by qualified doctors and so it is unlikely you can find actual images of the procedure online. However, most doctors offering this procedure will have online before and after images of people who have undergone the procedure.
Which cpt code is 43842?
Gastric restrictive procedure, without gastric bypass, for morbid obesity; vertical-banded gastroplasty
What doctor performs the Gastric Lap Band procedure?
bariatric surgeon
What is medicare gastric bypass ?
Medicare is a type of insurance that may pay for a gastric bypass. It is not the name of a specific bypass procedure. The gastric bypass can improve your health if you have aggravated obesity.
Gastric Band Procedure versus A Gastric Bypass?
The gastric band is one of the safest procedures currently on the market. It allows for you to loose a large amount of weight without many issues.
Is there a laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure?
The Lap Band and Realize Band are placed in a laparoscopic procedure. The newer MiniGastric Bypass (MGB) is also a lap procedure that is not as radical as the Roux-en-Y but accomplish the same thing essentially. www.bariatric.us/mini-gastric-bypass.html
What does a gastric bypass cost?
The average cost of gastric bypass surgery is $25,000. Cost can vary depending on the procedure and how long your hospital stay is.
Support Groups for Gastric Bypass Candidates?
Gastric bypass is performed on individuals who are overweight or obese. Before an individual undergoes this procedure, they will need to have a support system. Family and friends are often a great support system. Aside from family and friends, there are usually gastric bypass groups all over that can offer people the support that they need before undergoing their procedure. The gastric bypass group usually consists of people who have had the procedure done themselves and can offer advice and useful information to the patient who will also be having gastric bypass surgery.
