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(deactivated member)
on 1/9/09 10:09 pm - ME

what is the difference with RNY and Mini GB?

Kathy B.
on 1/9/09 11:02 pm - Naples, ME

http://www.clos.net/lib/19-roux-en-y/mgb_vs_rny.htm Hi Cheryl this should answer that question. There is more of the original stomach left in the mini gastric bypass. Hope this helps to answer your question.

Consult 242 / Surgery 214 / Current 129 / Goal 120 Waiting for spring

(deactivated member)
on 1/9/09 11:20 pm - ME

Lap Band on 04/21/08

wow, that was interesting. is this something new? does anyone around here do that. Looks alot safer. thank you Kathy

mainegal
on 1/10/09 7:41 am - Thomaston, ME

RNY on 10/06/08

That looks like a vertical gastroplasty with some intestinal resectioning at the base of the stomach.

Emily SW 320, Pre Surg 271.3, Lowest 189.8 Current 212.9 GW -155-188
Continuing the weight loss journey 10 pound goals at a time. June 2011

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