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Revision Bariatric
Surgery.
Over 35,000+ Successful Bariatric Surgeries Performed Over 14 Years
At our Tijuana, Mexico center, we offer a variety of revision bariatric surgery options for patients who did not achieve the expected results from their first procedure. Our team can correct problems and perform a new procedure to increase the chances of success. Contact us today for more information!
Candidates for Revisional Bariatric Surgery
Revision surgery is a possibility for patients who have not received satisfactory outcomes from previous bariatric surgery. For instance, you can’t reach goal weight, or you don’t like certain foods, or you get surgery complications, or you gain weight. If this is the case for you, we might perform revision surgery to improve your outcome.
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Candidates for Revisional Bariatric Surgery
Approval Process for Revisional Bariatric Surgery
Approval Process for Revisional Bariatric Surgery
It’s approved just like your first surgery. You will start by having a consultation and assessment with our cross-disciplinary team. We’ll discuss your medical and surgical history, and order specific tests so we know the best treatment.
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What is the Weight Loss Expected After Sleeve Revision?
Weight loss outcomes vary based on factors such as pre-surgery BMI and lifestyle adherence. Patients can expect significant changes within 6 months, with average excess weight loss between 50% and 70% over the long term. Notably, many patients also experience resolution or improvement of obesity-related conditions, such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
Lose
30-50Lbs
First 25 days after sugery.
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What is the Weight Loss Expected After Sleeve Revision?
Approval Process for Revisional Bariatric Surgery
You are the same person who has to get your first surgery approved. Our cross-disciplinary team will set you up with a free consultation and assessment. We’ll discuss your medical and surgical history, and have certain tests done to get the best possible surgery.
Available Revision Bariatric Surgery Procedures
Available revision bariatric surgery — depends on your previous surgery. For example:
- The band removed from the patient who has had gastric band can be switched to gastric sleeve or bypass.
- Gastricplication patient may require revision of gastric sleeve or bypass.
- A gastric sleeve can be changed to bypass or duodenal switch.
We will have laparoscopy, if we can.
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Available Revision Bariatric Surgery Procedures
Benefits of Revision Bariatric Surgery
Benefits of Revision Bariatric Surgery
Revision bariatric surgery can correct problems and eliminate complications from the initial surgery. This can increase your comfort and enhance your chances of successful weight loss. At Universal Medical Group, we ensure you receive the appropriate surgery for your individual situation, maximizing your chances of achieving your desired weight loss.
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