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I am 4 years post-op Roux-N-Y(85 lb loss) and in the past year I have gained 25 lbs. I've been reading about the vagus nerve. Is it possible to have a vagotomy after RNY? Thank you for your reply.
Marybeth,
Weight regain after bariatric surgery is a major problem, and I'm sorry to hear about your situation. For sure, you should make a follow-up appointment in the near future with your surgeon, if you haven't already.
It is possible to do a vagotomy (divide the vagus nerve) after gastric bypass. I'm sure your question comes from some recent research papers that have raised the possibility of doing a vagotomy as part of a weight loss procedure. Honestly, I am a bit skeptical about whether this will improve weight loss to any significant degree. I recommend that you not pursue a vagotomy for weight loss at this time, and wait for some additional data to become available.
Best of luck!
Dr JP
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Answers by Expert:
John Pilcher, MD
Expertise
I can answer medically oriented questions about bariatric surgery including: patient selection, preparation for surgery, differences between types of bariatric surgery, aftercare following bariatric surgery. I can answer detailed questions about gastric bypass, Lap-Band, gastric sleeve, and revision bariatric surgery. I am only somewhat familiar with Biliopancreatic diversion. I am not prepared to answer insurance or other financial questions related to bariatric surgery.
Experience
I have been a practicing bariatric surgeon since 1995. About 85% of my current practice consists of bariatric surgery, including all of the above procedures except biliopancreatic diversion. I am the senior surgeon of a 5-surgeon group. I am recognized among surgeons and other medical professionals as the most experienced bariatric surgeon in my region.
Organizations
Fellow of American College of Surgeons
Member, American Society for Bariatric Surgery
Education/Credentials
BA in Biochemistry - University of Virginia
Medical Degree - University of Virginia
Surgical Residency - University of Virginia
Awards and Honors
Alpha Omega Alpha
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