Your weight loss journey and goals are important to us here at Advanced Houston Surgical. We will do everything we can to make sure you are satisfied with your advanced bariatric surgery options, and that you have all of the resources you need to improve your overall health.

At times, there may be a failure of one of your previous advanced bariatric surgeries requiring a revision. When getting bariatric surgery with us in Houston, Dr. Chaudhry is well-trained and competent in performing revisional bariatric surgery. Given the complex nature of revisional surgery, these procedures should only be handled by a well-trained bariatric surgeon. After a thorough evaluation by Dr. Chaudhry, additional tests may be ordered to determine the suitability of revising a previous weight-loss procedure.

These are some of the more serious results of a failed bariatric procedure that may require revisional care by Dr. Chaudhry.

Gastric bypass

• The removal of food from the bowels quickly after eating known as “dumping syndrome”
• Gallstones
• Hernia
• Increased internal bleeding or bleeding at the site of the wound
• Staple or wound leakage
• Obstruction of the bowels
• Increased lung or heart issues
• Ulcers
• Deficiency of essential vitamins and minerals
• Issues involving the spleen or other internal organs
• Skin issues
• Intestinal perforation

Laparoscopic Gastric Band

• Issues with the band staying in the correct place
• Hernia
• Port malposition
• Problems with skin

Gastric sleeve

• Blood clots
• Gallstones
• Hernia
• Profuse bleeding internally or at the site of the wound
• Intestinal perforation
• Skin issues
• Deficiency of essential vitamins and minerals

Some examples of revisional bariatric surgery are lap band to gastric bypass, lap band to sleeve gastrectomy, sleeve gastrectomy to gastric bypass, and revision gastric bypass surgery. It is important that you follow all diet and exercise instructions given to you by Dr. Chaudhry after any kind of advanced bariatric surgery. Listening to your Registered Nutritionist to lessen the chances of complications will also become an essential part of the process moving forward. However, there is always some risk involved, and some issues can simply not be avoided.

In the meantime, make sure you are following some of the more important rules after your bariatric surgery such as:

• Watching your food and drink intake – Is it healthy?
• Keeping an eye on sugar levels
• Watching the amount of food you put into your body
• Keeping up with an exercise routine and not overdoing it
• Taking essential vitamins and minerals to avoid deficiency
• Keeping up with follow up appointments

4 Low Impact Exercises After Bariatric Surgery

Walking

Be gentle on your body and begin by walking a little bit longer every day. Before you start your walk, take on some light stretching and carefully extend your legs, arms, neck, and shoulders before you head outside or on a treadmill. You want to warm up your body a little before heading right into your exercise. Once you have gotten into more of a routine walking, build up that progress by going for longer walks until you can reach at least a solid 30 minutes of walking.

Yoga

Yoga can be a great way to feel the burn with some extremely low impact movements. Move how you feel comfortable and drink tons of water throughout your exercise. If you are participating at home on your own, listen to your body, and watch your form to be sure you are getting the most out of your workout. If you are attending a class led by an instructor, pull them aside before class if possible, and let them know about your situation and any concerns you may have.

Cycling

Enjoying a spin class or riding a bicycle on your own can be another great way to get some much needed exercise. As a low impact activity, it is not so hard on your joints and muscles like running or intense training studios. You want to start slow, so make sure you have done other exercises before you begin cycling. Stay hydrated by drinking water, and wear clothes that are comfortable so they won’t snag on the equipment.

Swimming

When it is safe to do so, getting in the water might just become your new favorite activity. Having extremely little impact on the joints and muscles, swimming can be a great way to build strength and burn calories so that you can continue to progress long after your surgery is complete. If you like to workout solo, consider popping in some waterproof headphones and going a few laps in a large pool. If you enjoy having the company of others, try a water aerobics class and see if the guidance of an experienced instructor helps.