NIBR Provides Endoscopic Solutions for Weight Gain after Gastric Bypass

WOODLAND PARK, N.J. - Oct. 1, 2013 - PRLog -- Those who have experienced weight regain years after gastric bypass surgery will be pleased to hear of a new treatment option that does not require major surgery.  The National Institute for Bariatric Repair (NIBR) (https://www.bariatricrepair.com/) now offers endoscopic procedures like dilated gastric outlet repair and dilated pouch repair (https://www.bariatricrepair.com/dilated-gastric-outletpouch-repair/) that address weight gain after bariatric surgery. These procedures do not involve abdominal incisions and allow patients to return to their daily routine in less than 2 days.

For some patients, weight regain can occur after gastric bypass as a result of anatomical changes in the stomach pouch and/or the gastric outlet (connection of the pouch with the intestine).  Over time, the pouch and outlet can stretch, allowing more food with less restriction.  When these changes occur, food intake is no longer limited and patients complain they do not feel full after eating a meal, often stating, “…I can eat whatever I want.” The unfortunate result is often weight regain.  Endoscopic bariatric specialist Dr. Sohail Shaikh can remodel a defective pouch or gastric outlet endoscopically to reestablish the effects of the original surgery.  Endoscopic procedures are performed using a flexible tube through the mouth to access the stomach.  These innovative, advanced procedures are incisionless, virtually painless, performed in under 2 hours and require no hospital stay.

Another issue that can lead to weight regain after gastric bypass surgery is the formation of a fistula, which may occur for a variety of reasons.  A fistula is an abnormal connection between two parts of the body.  After gastric bypass, a connection can develop between the new stomach pouch and the “old stomach” (the part of the stomach that was stapled off, often called the remnant stomach).  This allows food to pass into the old stomach, eliminating the restrictive and bypass effects of the original procedure.  Invasive surgery is traditionally required to repair a fistula, however, Dr. Shaikh at NIBR uses endoscopic techniques to restore the integrity of the gastric pouch.  This can put a stop to weight gain, and allow patients to resume progress toward their weight loss goals.

Weight gain is a common problem years after gastric bypass or gastric sleeve surgery.  If you or a loved one has regained weight after bariatric surgery or do not feel full after meals, new and innovative endoscopic surgical options are available at the National Institute for Bariatric Repair.  NIBR and Dr. Sohail Shaikh are now offering these minimally invasive procedures in Northern NJ to give patients a second chance at successful weight loss.  Call us today or visit our website if you would like more information.

About National Institute for Bariatric Repair

NIBR is an innovative treatment center specializing in endoscopic procedures for cases that are traditionally treated with major or laparoscopic surgery. These innovative, state-of-the-art procedures are carried out by Dr. Sohail Shaikh, one of few physicians actively performing these advanced procedures.

For more information, please call NIBR at 973-638-1740 or visit them at BariatricRepair.com today!