Revision bariatric surgery is a specialized procedure for patients who have previously undergone weight loss surgery but need additional support. It can address weight regain, insufficient results, or complications such as severe reflux or band issues. Options include converting a gastric band or sleeve to a bypass, resizing an existing bypass, or switching to a duodenal switch (SADI/DS). With advanced minimally invasive techniques, revision surgery restores weight loss, improves health conditions, and enhances quality of life.
REVISION SURGERY
REVISION SURGERY
Revision surgery is performed to address complications, improve results, or adjust previous weight loss surgeries. It can include resizing a gastric pouch, converting a sleeve to a bypass, or addressing issues like insufficient weight loss or reflux. Each procedure is tailored to the patient’s needs, offering renewed success and relief from surgical challenges.
Dr. Arturo Figueroa
REVISION SURGERY IN TIJUANA MEXICO
- Revision surgery puts the patient first: Every procedure is carefully tailored to your health history and current needs, ensuring safety and long term results.
- A trusted partner in your journey: Whether addressing weight regain, reflux, or complications from a previous surgery, we provide proven revision options to restore your health and quality of life.
- Safe, effective, and efficient solutions: With advanced minimally invasive techniques, most patients recover quickly and experience renewed weight loss success after revision surgery.
Weight Loss Revision Surgery: An Overview
Weight loss revision surgery is performed when a patient has previously undergone bariatric surgery but requires an additional procedure. Revisions are not uncommon, and they can provide patients with another opportunity to achieve lasting results.
Patients may seek revision for several reasons:
- Inadequate Weight Loss or Weight Regain – The initial procedure may not deliver sufficient results, or weight may return over time.
- Medical or Surgical Complications – Conditions such as severe acid reflux, strictures, ulcers, or band failure can arise and require correction.
- Lifestyle and Health Goals – Some patients benefit from converting to a different type of surgery to improve comorbidities like diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea.
- Durability of Results – Certain procedures, while effective in the short term, may not provide the same long-term success as others.
Common Revisional Bariatric Procedures
Conversion from Gastric Band to Gastric Sleeve
- For patients experiencing band slippage, intolerance, or inadequate weight loss.
Conversion from Gastric Band to Gastric Bypass (Mini or Full)
- Provides stronger weight loss outcomes and addresses reflux or band-related complications.
Sleeve Gastrectomy to Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB)
- A popular option for patients with reflux or insufficient weight loss after sleeve surgery.
Sleeve Gastrectomy to Full Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y)
- Effective for addressing severe reflux, ulcers, or metabolic issues.
Sleeve Gastrectomy to Duodenal Switch (SADI or DS)
- Considered for patients requiring more aggressive weight loss or stronger metabolic effects.
Revision of Gastric Bypass (Pouch/Anastomosis Resizing or Distalization)
- Tightening or altering an existing bypass to restore restriction and enhance weight loss.
Reversal or Correction of Complications
- In select cases, reversal of the original procedure is needed due to persistent medical issues.
Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe)
A Minimally Invasive Solution for Weight Regain After Gastric Bypass
What is TORe?
Transoral Outlet Reduction Endoscopy (TORe) is a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure designed for patients who previously underwent a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) but have experienced weight regain or complicationssuch as dumping syndrome. Over time, the stomach pouch or the outlet (stoma) connecting the pouch to the small intestine can enlarge, reducing restriction and allowing larger portions of food. TORe restores restriction by reducing the size of this outlet.
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How TORe Works
TORe is performed endoscopically, with a flexible scope passed through the mouth and down into the stomach. Using advanced suturing devices, the physician tightens and reshapes the gastric outlet, restoring restriction and helping patients feel full with smaller portions. Because the procedure requires no external incisions, there is less pain, minimal scarring, and a faster recovery. In most cases, patients are able to return home the very same day.
Benefits of TORe
TORe is highly effective for patients who experience weight regain after gastric bypass, as it restores the feeling of fullness and improves portion control. It also helps reduce or eliminate dumping syndrome by slowing the rapid emptying of food into the small intestine, which can cause nausea, dizziness, and abdominal discomfort. Because it is an outpatient procedure, recovery is quick and most patients resume normal activities within days. TORe is also considered safe and can be repeated if necessary to maintain results.
Who is a Candidate?
TORe is best suited for patients who have previously undergone a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and are now experiencing weight regain due to a stretched pouch or outlet. It is also recommended for those suffering from dumping syndrome or other bypass-related symptoms. For patients seeking a non-surgical revision with shorter recovery time, TORe offers a safe and effective alternative.
Take the Next Step
If you have regained weight or are struggling with symptoms after gastric bypass, TORe may be the right solution for you. Contact our team today to learn more about this innovative procedure and find out if you are a candidate.
Take the Next Step
If you have regained weight or are struggling with symptoms after gastric bypass, TORe may be the right solution for you. Contact our team today to learn more about this innovative procedure and find out if you are a candidate.
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GASTRIC SLEEVE
The gastric sleeve, or sleeve gastrectomy, involves removing about 70-80% of the stomach, leaving a small, sleeve-shaped pouch. This restricts food intake and reduces hunger by lowering ghrelin hormone levels. It’s a popular option for significant weight loss and can improve or resolve obesity related health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
REVISION SURGERY
Revision surgery is performed to address complications, improve results, or adjust previous weight loss surgeries. It can include resizing a gastric pouch, converting a sleeve to a bypass, or addressing issues like insufficient weight loss or reflux. Each procedure is tailored to the patient’s needs, offering renewed success and relief from surgical challenges.
MINI GASTRIC BYPASS
The mini gastric bypass is a simplified version of the traditional bypass. It creates a small stomach pouch and connects it to a lower section of the small intestine with a single anastomosis. This limits food intake and reduces calorie absorption, leading to effective weight loss. It’s less invasive, with a shorter surgery time and similar long-term results to the standard bypass.
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