In the Mini Gastric Bypass, a small gastric pouch is created at the top of the stomach and is directly connected to the small intestine, bypassing a large amount of the stomach and small intestine. This limits the amount of food that can be ingested and reduces the absorption of calories and nutrients.

Amount of weight to lose and recommended BMI:

The amount of weight a person can lose with Mini Gastric Bypass varies depending on several factors, including initial weight, adherence to medical recommendations, and lifestyle. On average, patients are expected to lose around 60-70% of their excess weight within the two years following surgery. This means that if someone has 100 pounds of excess weight, they could expect to lose between 60 and 70 pounds.

The recommended BMI for Mini Gastric Bypass surgery is typically in the range of 35-40 or higher, especially if the patient has severe obesity-related comorbidities, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea.

Advantages of Mini Gastric Bypass surgery:

1. Significant Weight Loss: Studies have shown that Mini Gastric Bypass can lead to effective and sustained long-term weight loss compared to other Bariatric procedures.
2. Improvement in Comorbidities: Like other bariatric surgeries, this procedure can help improve or resolve obesity-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and sleep apnea.
3. Fewer Dietary Restrictions: Compared to some other bariatric surgeries, Mini Gastric Bypass typically involves fewer long-term dietary restrictions.