What is involved in a Bariatric surgery procedure?
The most commonly performed Bariatric procedure is called the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. This method makes the stomach smaller and alters digestion. It is referred to as a combine restrictive and malabsorptive procedure because less food can be eaten and fewer calories can be absorbed. The laparoscopic adjustable band, or LAP-BAND is a restrictive procedure. This device works by limiting the amount of food that can be eaten.
