Revisional Surgery Care

REVISIONAL SURGERY

To revise a previous unsuccessful bariatric surgery.

Revisional bariatric surgery, or reoperative bariatric surgery, is a highly effective surgical procedure that is implemented to correct a previous bariatric procedure. While a revisional bariatric procedure is more complex than other bariatric surgeries, surgeons at Ciba have years of experience treating bariatric patients and will ensure you receive the best and safest care possible.

Revisional Surgery with Ciba USA, in Tijuana, Mexico

Revisional surgery is a surgical procedure that is performed on patients who have already undergone a bariatric surgery with unsuccessful results. Revision operation procedures vary depending on each patient’s individual medical needs.

Many patients who have gained significant weight post-surgery, can benefit from a revisional gastric surgery.

Most revision weight reduction surgeries are conducted laparoscopically, with few requiring open surgery.

What to expect after a revisional bariatric surgery:

There are numerous positive rewards to bariatric revision surgery.

Weight-loss
Enhanced level of energy
Decrease in weight-related health issues such as Diabetes type 2, hypertension, sleep apnea, fatty liver disease, joint pain and hyperlipidemia
Reduced acid reflux
Treatment of medical difficulties related to initial bariatric procedure including ulcers, scar tissue, and the inability to absorb nutrition.

Benefits of revisional weight-loss surgery:

Revisional gastric bypass surgery can rectify issues and eliminate complications that may have arisen during your initial procedure. Correcting these difficulties can help you feel more at peace while also increasing your chances of losing weight.
It allows people to drop the weight that they anticipated to lose.
It offers a chance for patients whose original surgery was insufficient.
It provides an opportunity to address obesity-related comorbidities.
It aids in the treatment of medical difficulties related to the first procedure, including ulcers, scar tissue, and the inability to absorb nutrition.
It aids in the treatment of medical disorders associated with obesity (Diabetes type 2, hypertension, sleep apnea, fatty liver disease, joint pain and hyperlipidemia)
The patient’s desire to eat reduces.

Potential Risks associated with revisional bariatric surgery:

There is minimal risk involved in bariatric revision surgery for weight loss. Most revisional bariatric surgeries are performed using laparoscopic techniques, however, in the case of extensive scarring from an initial bariatric procedure, an open-surgery may be required.

Ciba is committed to providing quality bariatric surgical services to all patients who want to combat obesity. Once you’re ready, we’ll ensemble a team of specialists to be at your side to help support you in your weight loss.