Essentially any structure near the operative site can be inadvertently injured. Injuries and bleeding are not common. For example, the risks of band surgery is around the same as gallbladder surgery.
This is more common for gastric bands and is because the band can move sometimes. The current data in Australia suggest this is around 15%, overall for bands. The reoperation rate for Sleeves and Bypass appears to be around 2 to 4%. Complications after revision surgery is 2 to 5 times higher than the initial operation.
Dr Draper does not perform Gastric Bypass surgery and this information is provided for educational purposes.
Thorough preoperative workup is essential.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Please Contact Melbourne Bariatrics on 03 9770 7189 for more information or to make an appointment.