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What Is Robotic Bariatric Surgery?

The surgeons at Alagsa can perform bariatric surgery using a robotic system.

This robotic bariatric surgery is much less invasive than traditional bariatric surgery because it uses small incisions in lieu of a large abdominal incision.

How It Works

Robotic bariatric surgery is performed with cutting edge technology called the da Vinci Robotic Surgery System. This is a robotic surgical assistance tool. It enables surgeons to perform bariatric surgery using computer guided, 3-D, magnified visualization. 

The surgeon maneuvers the robot through small incisions in the patient’s abdomen. The robot has four arms which correspond to the movements the surgeon makes. This allows for extremely precise movements inside the body. 

Ideal Candidates

Since the robotic system allows for increased visualization, it gives the surgeon more control over movements for severely obese patients. Severe obesity is anyone with a BMI of 40 or more or has at least 100 pounds to lose.

If you have a BMI of 35 with obesity-related health conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes, you may be eligible for weight loss surgery.

Benefits of Gastric Bypass 

Since robotic bariatric surgery gives surgeons an increased view of the stomach and surrounding organs, it enables them to execute precise, controlled movements during the surgery.

Compared to conventional laparoscopic weight loss procedures, robotic bariatric surgery offers patients several potential benefits. This includes:

Risks of Robotic Bariatric Surgery 

As with any other procedure, there are some risks associated with this surgery. These include:

Your doctor will discuss the risks with you and ensure that you are a good candidate for the procedure. 

Recovery

Typically, you can expect a two to three-week recovery period after robotic bariatric surgery. It is critical to rest during the recovery period as this allows the body to heal.

You should always follow your doctor’s instructions on calorie consumption during the recovery period and avoid exercise as well.

Your surgeon will collaborate with you and your weight loss team to create a comprehensive diet and exercise plan to help you achieve your weight loss goals. 

Keys to Success 

For any bariatric surgery, the patient must be committed to a lifestyle change to be successful long-term. Some of the key things to focus on are:

Robotic Bariatric Surgery for You 

If diet and exercise just isn’t enough, it may be time to consider bariatric surgery. Now, it is easier than ever before to undergo surgery.

If you are interested in a less invasive option, robotic bariatric surgery may be right for you. Contact Alagsa today to learn more!

Top Corrective Bariatric Surgeon

Sometimes, after having bariatric surgery, a person may require a corrective procedure. This may be done for several reasons.

Whatever your reason, you want the top corrective bariatric surgeon to perform your procedure. 

Corrective Bariatric Surgery

People who have had a previous bariatric surgery but are regaining weight may choose to undergo corrective bariatric surgery like gastric bypass revision.

This procedure uses an endoscope, so there are no incisions or long recovery period.

Using the endoscope, the connection between the stomach pouch and the small intestines is sutured, which results in slower emptying of the stomach, earlier satiety, and more weight loss.

This also shrinks the stomach pouch, which also aids in lowering consumed calories. 

Benefits of Corrective Bariatric Surgery

There are several benefits to this procedure, including:

StomaphyX 

The StomapyX device is an endoluminal fastener and delivery system that contains an ergonomic, flexible fastener delivery device and sterile polypropylene fastener implants.

It provides the strongest tissue bond and highest levels of durability. This procedure is performed on many patients and helps them improve their chances for long-term weight loss success. 

Least Invasive

Since it does not involve internal incisions or abdominal incisions, this procedure is the least invasive, has the lowest risk, and allows patient to recover more quickly and return to their normal activities.

This technique introduces the instruments through the mouth, which reduces the risk of infection from surgical incisions, preserves future treatment options, is essentially painless and requires less recovery time than open or minimally invasive procedures.

Top Corrective Bariatric Surgeon 

If you think that you may need a corrective bariatric surgery, this may be the perfect option for you. If you would like to learn more about this revolutionary technique, please contact Alagsa today! 

Recognizing Dr. Nicola Scopinaro, who perfected the Biliopancreatic Diversion

Dr. Nicola Scopinaro is a legend in advance surgical protocols and a mentor.

He graduated from the Medical School, University of Genoa in 1969. Assistant Professor of Surgery at the same University since 1971.

An undisputed leader of Bariatric Surgery across Europe and the states.   He has performed more than 3500+ bariatric and metabolic surgeries.

He is the originator of the Biliopancreatic Diversion for the treatment of morbid obesity and type 2 Diabetes.  

Dr. Scopinaro has been published over 500 times and in more than 300 invited lectures at national and international meetings.  

First President and current Honorary President of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).  

First President and current Honorary President of the IFSO European Chapter, Co-Editor-in-Chief of Obesity Surgery, the Official Journal of the Federation.  

Honorary Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, First Honorary Member of the American Society for Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery.

Recipient of the 2006 ASMBS Foundation Outstanding Achievement Award.   Rest in peace, friend.