Robotic / Laparoscopic Revisional Bariatric Surgery

At Dr. Bhoot’s clinic, we specialize in robotic and laparoscopic revisional bariatric surgery, offering a lifeline to those who have previously undergone weight loss surgery but did not achieve the desired results or have experienced complications. Our approach is rooted in advanced surgical techniques and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by patients needing revisional surgery.

Dr. Bhoot and his team are committed to providing personalized care, ensuring each patient receives a tailored treatment plan that addresses their specific needs and health goals.

Gastric Sleeve Revision

Gastric sleeve revision is an option for select patients. Commitment to healthy changes is crucial for success. Patients may convert to gastric bypass if needed.

✔ Re- Sleeve Gastrectomy surgery

✔ Conversion to Duodenal Switch procedure

✔ Gastric Sleeve revision to Gastric Bypass Surgery

To revise your Gastric Sleeve, you can opt for a Gastric Bypass, or Re-Sleeve Gastrectomy or Conversion to Duodenal Switch. The best procedure for you will be decided after an evaluation that includes a consultation and diagnostic procedures like endoscopy and upper GI X-ray.

Gastric Bypass Revision

Gastric bypass surgery is an effective weight loss procedure, but some patients may regain weight due to various causes such as overeating, lack of exercise, and poor dietary choices, which also include:

✔ The Pouch has stretched

✔ The anastomosis (the connection between the stomach and small intestine) has stretched.

✔ Failure to adhere to the program after initial weight loss

This is only available to a small number of patients who meet specific criteria. To succeed, commitment to healthy behavioral changes, dietary choices, and lifestyle changes is required.

Options For Gastric Bypass Revision Surgery

Arch Bariatrics may offer one of the following procedures for revising a previous gastric bypass surgery in very select few patients.

✔ Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Bypass Surgery

✔ Endoscopic Stoma Reduction Surgery (ESR), also known as pouch reduction surgery

✔ Gastric Bypass to Gastric Sleeve

It is important to note that only a small number of patients are eligible for these revision procedures, and the outcome is unpredictable. Your surgeon will determine the best course of treatment after an initial evaluation, which may include consultation, endoscopy, and upper GI X-ray.

Endoscopic Stoma Or Pouch Reduction Surgery ( ESR)

The Endoscopic Overstitch Procedure is a new technique for revising a gastric bypass. It uses an endoscope to guide a special instrument through the stomach pouch and into the anastomosis. It’s an outpatient procedure with no incisions or surgery, and patients are usually discharged on the same day.

Endoscopic Stoma Revision is a surgical procedure for a few select patients who meet specific criteria. Success will require a commitment to healthy habits and lifestyle changes. Consider gastric bypass revision surgery to convert your gastric bypass into a gastric sleeve. Speak to our surgeons for recommendations.

FAQ

I Had Gastric Sleeve Surgery. Can I Have Revision Surgery?

Vertical sleeve gastrectomy can be highly effective for weight loss, but in some cases it may fail in the long term, requiring a gastric sleeve revision surgery.

✔ Weight regain

✔ Stretched gastric pouch

✔ Inadequate initial surgery

✔ Severe heartburn/ GERD

✔ Recurrence of Diabetes Mellitus

Gastric Sleeve Revision To Gastric Bypass Surgery

This gastric sleeve revision surgery is common and effective for those with severe GERD, diabetes recurrence, or weight regain from a stretched gastric pouch. This is a complex procedure that needs complete clinical and diagnostic evaluation by our surgeon before being offered to our patients.

Will My Insurance Cover Gastric Sleeve Revision Surgery?

Many insurances may cover Gastric Sleeve revision surgery. The process to get approval may be lengthy and time-consuming. Our surgery coordinator will assist you in getting the possible approval.

Self-Pay Gastric Sleeve Revision Surgery

We have attractive cash-pay options for Gastric Sleeve revision surgery for patients who don’t have Insurance. The Insurance has denied revision surgery due to the complexity of revision surgery, the cost will be higher than primary procedures. The cost depends on multiple factors. Please contact us to learn more about your self-pay cost for Gastric Sleeve revision Surgery.

Will My Insurance Pay For Gastric Revision Surgery?

Our insurance professionals will work with you to get approval for gastric revision surgery, which may be covered under your policy but could involve a lengthy approval process.

Self-Pay Endoscopic Stoma Revision Surgery

We have convenient cash-pay options for Endoscopic Stoma revision surgery for patients if:

✔ You do not have health insurance

✔ Your gastric bypass revision surgery was denied by insurance

The price will be determined by several factors. Please contact us for more information on the self-pay cost of Endoscopic Stoma Revision Surgery.

Lap Band Removal

In many situations over the life of the Lap Band patients may experience.

✔ Stalled weight loss

✔ Weight regain

✔ Lap band intolerance

✔ Lap Band slippage

✔ Lap band erosion

In some cases, a person may decide to have their Lap Band surgically removed. Dr. Bhoot provides Lap Band removal services, even for patients who had their original surgery done elsewhere. Additionally, patients can discuss the possibility of Lap Band Revision to Gastric Sleeve and other revision weight loss surgery options.