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Why aren’t all weight loss surgeries done laparoscopically?

April 26, 2017laparoscopically surgeries

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Why aren’t all weight loss surgeries done laparoscopically?

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The first laparoscopic Roux en Y gastric bypass was done in 1994. Surgeons must have years of experience in laparoscopic techniques or recent fellowship training to develop the skill needed to perform the surgery safely. Not all bariatric surgeons have the specialized training necessary to perform laparoscopic weight loss surgery.