 The Vertical Banded Gastroplasty is a restrictive procedure,
ideal for volume eaters as it aims to restrict the amount
of food eaten in one sitting.
There is no malabsoption part of this
procedure as the small intestine is left in tact.
The procedure involves vertical stapling of the upper part
of the stomach. A silastic ring is placed around the left
hand side of the division, creating a small pouch inlet for
food.
This is similar to the pouch created by the gastric band only no adjustments
are required, the silastic band is stitched in place, allowing food to filter
through to the rest of the stomach like an egg timer effect.
The surgical risk is slightly higher than that of the gastric
band. There is a small risk to of bleeding or leakage from
the staple line, however the surgeon will perform a leakage
test with a blue dye to reduce this risk.
Your urine may be discoloured following this procedure for
a few days.
Weight loss is approximately 30%-40% of your excess weight
in the fist year.
Risk and complications
Haemorrhage
Infection
Anaesthetic reactions
PE/DVT
Staple line leakage
Death |
Wind
Constipation
Nausea and vomiting
Reflux
Stenosis of the pouch |
Aftercare
All our procedures carry strict guidelines following surgery.
All patients should undertake a phased approach back to
eating normal textured foods.
This should not be rushed. Everyone recovers at a different
pace with their own preferences to food choice.
Fluids to soft foods should be slowly phased to allow the
internal healing process.
Follow up should include wound checks to eliminate signs of
infection, blood tests at 6 months and 1 year, if clinically
indicated, based on your previous medical history. Your nutrition
should be assessed at regular intervals by appropriate practitioners.
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