At Ascension Illinois - Center for Bariatrics & Weight Loss Chicago, our bariatric procedures are performed laparoscopically using small incisions. This may result in less pain, faster healing time, shorter hospitalizations and less scarring. In the long-term, weight-loss surgery can help reduce your appetite and the amount of food you need to feel full.
Bariatric procedures at Ascension Medical Group Illinois
Duodenal switch
- BMI: 50 and above
- About 80% of the stomach is removed and a portion of the small intestine is bypassed
- Effective for extremely obese patients with type 2 diabetes
- Reduces meal size and calorie absorption
- Patients may lose 60–80% of excess weight over 2 years
Gastric bypass
- BMI: 35 and above
- Surgeon creates small stomach pouch and bypasses a small portion of intestine
- Often referred to as the “Gold Standard” of bariatric surgery
- May reverse some contributing factors to diabetes
- Patients may lose 65–80% of excess weight over 18 months
Intragastric balloon
- BMI: 30–40
- Saline-filled balloon placed in the stomach
- Endoscopic outpatient procedure
- Balloon removed after 6 months
- Helps reduce portions and hunger
- Patients may lose 20–60 pounds in 6 months
LAP-Band® (gastric gand)
- BMI: 30 and above
- An adjustable band is placed at the top of your stomach
- No cutting, stapling or rerouting of anatomy
- Adjusted in-office to help with appetite and hunger
- Can be removed if needed
- Patients may lose 40–50% of excess weight over 2 years
Sleeve gastrectomy
- BMI: 35 and above
- 80% of the stomach is removed, creating a banana or “sleeve” shape
- Fewer food intolerances
- No intestinal rerouting
- Similar results to a gastric bypass with less risk
- Patients may lose 30–50% of excess weight in first 6–12 months; 50–70% over 2 years
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