Repairing failed bariatric surgeries are operations aimed to modify the failed one or changing it. Most patients with bariatric surgery have long-term success in their procedure however, some people have problems that need other repair procedures. Repairing failed bariatric surgeries can help to solve problems that arise after the first surgery, and there are several …

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An umbilical hernia occurs when fatty tissue or a small part of the intestine protrudes from the weak part of the anterior abdominal wall. The function of the anterior abdominal wall is to keep the organs behind and protect them from injuries resulting from any effects or pressure on the abdomen. However, some people may …

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-After a gastric bypass, the digestive system is physically different and cannot absorb large amounts of food. -However, it is bad for many people to completely refrain from eating, as you know that after a gastric bypass, it is important to eat enough fluids and nutrients. -Because of rapid weight loss, you need to make …

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Gastroesophageal reflux or esophageal reflux occurs when the esophageal muscles do not close the cardiac opening of the stomach (the opening from the esophagus into the stomach) tightly, causing reflux where the contents of the stomach back to the esophagus. -The fundoplication involves wrapping the fundus of the stomach around the lower part of the esophagus to tighten the cardiac opening of …

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Nowadays, gastric sleeve is the most common bariatric surgery. While many studies have evaluated factors that may reduce postoperative bleeding and some complications, such as leakage, researchers are still not aware of any study that compares results between those provided by modern staplers used in this surgery, Like Covidien and Ethicon. The purpose of searching …

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Stomach balloon procedure is a new weight-loss method aiming to reduce the amount of food eaten per meal and increase the feeling of fullness for a longer time after eating only small meals. This kind of weight-loss method can help you lose weight without major surgery, by inserting a balloon into the stomach that occupies …

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Abdominoplasty or also known as (tummy tuck operation) is a surgical procedure to correct abdominal sagging, it includes removal of extra skin and fat, and stretching weak or separated muscles. Many people seek abdominoplasty operation for cosmetic reasons, to get a firmer, more consistent, and more graceful belly. Other people may need abdominoplasty operation to …

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The appendix is a sac-like structure, measuring from 3 to 6 inches located in the lower right area of the Abdomen.  The appendix is attached to the intestine. Appendicitis occurs when it becomes infected or inflamed.  Appendicitis can cause severe abdominal pain, the pain can usually be treated by laparoscopic appendectomy to get rid of …

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