The risks of weight-loss surgery include, but are not limited to, the usual risks of any surgery, which involves general anesthesia, including potential problems with:
- Breathing, pneumonia
- Blood clots, pulmonary embolism
- Bleeding
- Hernias at the site of the incision
- Infection
- Death
Potential Complications Specific to Weight Loss Surgery:
Listed are some, but not all, of the potential complications. Your surgeon will discuss additional possible complications as part of the informed consent process.
Roux-en Y Gastric Bypass
- Leaks
- Internal hernia/bowel obstruction
- Stricture
- Nutritional deficits/vitamin deficiencies due to malabsorption
Adjustable Gastric Banding
- Band slippage
- Port-site infection
- Band erosion into stomach
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Leak/dehiscence of staple line
- Internal hernia/bowel obstruction
- Gastric acid reflux
