DS, 2nd stage of the VSG

At MBC we have had several cases of patients that were sleeved a while ago but are not satisfied with their weight loss. Some of them are eating more than they should, some are simply not getting the results that they were explicating for different reasons  particular to each person.  

Gastric sleeve surgery (also known as Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy) is, when performed by a talented board certified surgeon, a highly successful procedure. But it is not for everyone. Some patients need a malabsorptive procedure that really guarantees long term results. If you lose weight but you aren't able to keep it off, then the procedure was not effective. The best way to make the most our of your sleeve if you are in this situation is to take it to the next level, go the 2nd stage of the VSG and turn it into a Duodenal Switch.  

Human anatomy may differ from person to person. Some patients have, for example, much  longer intestines, making a VSG inefficient to maintain a steady weight loss all the way to your goal, or even  may have a much longer stomach.  

Before undergoing surgery, it is important to have  tests done by experts to determine the more convenient procedure for you. Even at the very moment of surgery, the doctor will learn  some aspects of your anatomy (i.e. the length of intestines), and therefore have better information for him to consider a malabsorptive procedure such as the DS.  

If you were sleeved and you feel that either you are still eating too much or, in some cases, eat small portions without significant weigh loss, then turning your sleeve into a DS might be the right call for you.  

Mexicali Bariatric Center is one of the leading DS centers in Latin America. Board certified surgeon Dr. Antonio Esquerra and his experienced team work only under the highest standards of care and safety. He is well known not only for his experience and  technique learned from Dr. Gilberto Ungson, but also as a caring, compassionate surgeon. Founded by Dr. Alberto Aceves, Mexicali Bariatric Center (MBC)  is a pioneer in the industry. We understand this is a personal and sometimes not easy choice, but rest assured that our team of professionals will give you the best care possible.