Risks and Complications:
As with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks and complications that can occur in bariatric procedures. At Min-Sheng Hospital we are committed to providing you with the information you need to make a well-informed decision about your surgery. Although these problems rarely occur, we want you to know the facts. Risks and complications can be risks associated with any type of surgery, or more specific to weight-loss procedures.
Risks associated with abdominal surgery
- Bleeding
- Pain
- Shoulder pain
- Pneumonia
- Complications due to anesthesia and medications
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Injury to stomach, esophagus, or surrounding organs
- Infection
- Pulmonary embolism
- Stroke or heart attack
- Death
Note: Risks are associated with any type of surgery, including abdominal surgery. These risks are greater for individuals who suffer from obesity.
Risks associated with bariatric surgery
- Gastric pouch leakage
- Infection of the gastric band
- Band leak
- Port-site infection
- Abdominal hernia
- Chest pain
- Collapsed lung
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Enlarged heart
- Gallstones, pain from passing a gallstone, inflammation of the gallbladder, or surgery to remove the gallbladder
- Gastrointestinal inflammation or swelling
- Stomach obstruction
- Stretching of the stomach
- Gustatory and olfactory changes
- Surgical procedure repeated
- Vomiting and nausea
- Vitamins deficiency
Note: Your weight, age, and medical history play a significant role in determining your specific risks. Our surgeon can inform you about your specific weight loss surgery risks.