HOW SUCCESSFUL IS THE SURGERY?
The surgery is simply a tool to help you lose weight. The success depends upon your commitment to yourself and to the overall program (diet and exercise). Most VBG patients lose between 40-60% of their excess body weight, while RYGB patients will lose 50-70% by 12-18 months. Long-term studies show that VBG patients will regain 25-40% of their excess weight and RYGB patients will regain 10-15% over the next 10 years. A few patients will reach their ideal weight, but most do not.
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