Small Intestine Bypass

Small Intestine Bypass -The Latest Smart Option Of Weight Loss Surgery 

Weight loss surgery – how to make the right decision?

There are so many kinds of weight loss surgeries for people to choose now, the traditional surgical methods for example gastric bypass surgery ,sleeve gastrectomy and adjustable gastric banding surgery ,etc., but these surgical methods usually influence the space of stomach, after people had the operation, in the beginning people can only eat few food, it annoys the clients who had good appetite that they used to eat a lot of food before, but now we have better choice-small intestine bypass surgery.

How small intestine bypass surgery work?

Small intestine bypass surgery will not influence the space of stomach, AHM cosmetic surgery clinic’s dr. Ting said that it protects the stomach function, the main function is to reduce the absorption of the small intestine. As for the amount and effect of reducing the absorption of the small intestine, how to determine the location of the proximal and distal parts of the bypass and the distance of the bypass, this requires doctors to judge based on professional experience and clinical cases, so that it can be accurate and not go too far, not as far away as possible, and the mobile mechanician should be used to reduce the amount of food absorption, or reduce the "desire for appetite". 

Small intestine bypass surgery has been proven to be effective in reducing food absorption in clinical trials, and it does not affect overeating after surgery. In addition, the connection between the stomach and esophagus has not been cut off. Because the functions of the stomach and duodenum are preserved, unlike traditional gastric bypass surgery and other weight loss procedures, minerals and vitamins must be supplemented for a long time, otherwise the skin may lose luster, or hair loss and other phenomena may occur. Small intestine bypass surgery is high safety, relatively low side effects.

Effect of small intestine bypass surgery

After small intestine bypass surgery, if the excess weight is calculated based on the excess weight (the ideal weight is calculated with BMI=22), the excess weight can be reduced by an average of 65% in the first year after surgery, and 75% in the second year ; And in the second to third year to reach the lowest point and maintain, some patients will have a little weight back, but not back to the original weight.

Advantages of small intestine bypass surgery

The fatality rate of this operation is 0.3%, and the complication rate is 5% (including anastomotic leakage, intestinal obstruction, wound infection, etc.); such safe operation data are presented by qualified bariatric surgeons.
Advantages (compared to traditional small bowel bypass)
(1) Less hair loss phenomenon.
(2) Appetite is not affected.
(3) Long-term vitamin supplementation is not required.
(4) Improvement for obese diabetic patients.
(5) You can get out of bed and walk on the day of the operation, and you can be discharged the next day.
(6) It can also be made within BMI30, and can be made by hand within 100 kg.
(7) Suture can be used to remove excess fat along the way to make the abdomen more compact.

Small intestine bypass surgery is done to help you lose excess weight and reduce your risk of potentially life-threatening weight-related health problems, and it is typically done only after you've tried to lose weight by improving your diet and exercise habits.

Principles of diet after surgery

The first stage: Clear liquid diet (1-7 days after surgery)
Liquid foods without residue, such as: water, sports drinks, clear vegetable juices, rice soup, fish broth.

Diet to avoid: Avoid milk and soy milk within the first week after surgery, so as not to cause flatulence and discomfort; avoid alcoholic beverages, sparkling beverages, and caffeinated beverages, and be careful not to drink a lot of food.
Nutritionist's tips: At the beginning, you can use a straw to eat a small amount of liquid, 30-50c per mouthful, and replenish 1000-1500ml of water per day. You can carry a water bottle with you. If you feel weak, you can add a small amount of candy.

The second stage: full liquid diet (8-14 days after surgery)
Put the cooked solid food into a juicer and stir it into a liquid, such as thick soup, egg drop soup, tender tofu, vegetable puree, fruit juice. If you eat it directly, you need to chew the food until it rots before swallowing.

Diet to avoid : Hard formed foods, carbonated drinks, spicy, irritating foods.
Nutritionist's tips: Use a spoon to eat small meals, and if you feel hungry, eat a small amount of sugary fruit juice or chocolate.

The third stage: semi-liquid diet (15-28 days after surgery)
Ground or chopped solid food is added to drink or soup to cook porridge and noodle soup, and then gradually to soft food, such as dumplings. It takes 6 to 8 weeks for the gastrectomy anastomosis to heal after surgery. All food choices should be light and easy. Mainly digestion.

Diet to avoid: Sweets, foods that are too sweet or too thick, such as: ice cream, chocolate, spicy, pungent, sticky, brittle, fried or hard foods.
Nutritionist's tips: Prioritize intake of protein. You can use a small 30cc cup to measure the amount of food you eat each time. Pay attention to adequate water intake. You need to supplement with multivitamins and calcium tablets every day. Do not eat with soup or high-sugar foods. Avoid dumping syndrome.

The fourth stage: Solid food (1 month after surgery)
Maintain a low-fat, high-protein diet, try to pick soft, easy-to-digest foods, and avoid overeating.

Diet to avoid: sweets, sugary drinks, alcohol and fatty foods.
Nutritionist's tips: A balanced diet can increase fiber according to the body's tolerance, pay attention to adequate water supplementation, do not drink high-sugar beverages, and use rice bowls or coffee saucers to calculate food intake.

Why you should choose AHM cosmetic surgery clinic?

Dr. Ting ,the director of AHM cosmetic surgery clinic has more than 20 years  professional experience on bariatric surgery , cosmetic surgery ,plastic surgery, etc., small intestine bypass surgery is one of the surgeries that Dr. Ting is proud of. Through this surgery, we have helped many clients lose weight and regain their health. The clinic is located in Taipei, the capital of Taiwan. It takes only 40 minutes by taxi from the airport, and the transportation is very convenient , There are also many hotels near the clinic to stay in, which is the best choice for medical tourists.

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