Quick Comparison of Weight Loss Surgery Techniques
Find the weight loss surgery technique that might be right for you with our Comparison Chart.
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Adjustable Gastric Band |
Gastric Bypass |
BPD/DS |
Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve) |
| Minimally invasive |
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| Moderate Risk Factor |
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| Greatest Risk Factor |
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| Adjustable in Office |
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| Stomach Staple |
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| Partial Removal of the stomach required |
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| Partial intestinal Bypass |
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| Eat Normal Amounts of Food |
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| Restricts Food Amounts |
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| Carb Restrictive |
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| Dumping Syndrome changes Desire for Sugar |
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| Usually Cures Reflux |
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| Quickest Loss |
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| Slowest Loss |
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| 40-60% Excess Loss |
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| 50-70% Excess Loss |
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| 70-80% Excess Loss |
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| 1-2 Year Loss Period |
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Choose the right weight loss program for you.