Have you heard of the newest Gastric bypass surgery procedure called Gastric Imbrication Houston? This new procedure offers the same weight loss potential as classical gastric bypass surgery, without the greater risk of cutting and removing pieces of the stomach. Rather, with gastric imbrication, the stomach is folded and then sewn to become smaller, and the best part is the procedure is completely reversible should a reversal become necessary for any reason.
Gastric imbrication is a weight loss procedure that is performed on severely obese people in order to assist with weight loss by limiting the intake of food. The idea is that by decreasing the size of the stomach, the portions consumed will be smaller, but slightly more frequent, which will greatly assist with rapid weight loss. This of course is also coupled with proper diet and regular exercise.
When considering gastric imbrication, or any other type of gastric bypass surgery, be sure you do plenty of research on your own, and with your health care provider to decide whether or not weight loss surgery is the best option for you. Weight loss surgery is not for everyone. It requires many lifestyle changes that have to be committed to for life. Additionally, be sure that you meet with several different specialists and research each specialist individually. Ask lots of questions and be aware of your surroundings so you can decide if their facility best suits your needs. Many specialists offer free consultations, so take advantage of those opportunities to meet with the doctors.
Also, be sure to inquire about whether or not the procedure will be in patient or out patient. Ask about recovery time in advance, as well. This way, you can coordinate your work and home schedule around your procedure and make sure you take ample time off to properly heal. Like any major surgery, gastric imbrication is a procedure that can carry some major risks, be sure to discuss these risk with your doctor. Also, be sure to discuss what risk factors you can help to eliminate prior to the procedure in order to make the process and recovery go more smoothly.
