Will dieting before surgery shrink the liver, making laparo more successful?

I was told by my doctor that he will intend to perform a laparoscopic RNY bypass, but that sometimes the liver (which sits on top of the stomach somewhat) can get in the way and an open procedure is needed. Never having any type of surgery before I really want laparoscopic surgery. I have read on several (non Dr. official sites) that strict dieting for the 2-3 days prior to surgery can shrink the liver and give better odds for laparoscopic surgery success. Has anyone else heard this? Does anyone have suggestion or advice from their doctors on what I can do before hand to help ensure that the laparoscopic will be successful and that open will not need to be the alternative?

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