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What is the difference between gastric bypass and RNY? I thought it was the same thing but I am reading more things on RNY then gastric bypass like it may be a different type of gastric bypass. I have my consultation on monday and I want to be prepared.

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Same thing

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Thanks. I am driving myself crazy. Ugh!!!!

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I think there are several types of gastric bypass surgery. They include Roux-En-Y (RNY), Gastric Sleeve, and Duodenal Switch. There are some types of surgery that are not common in the U.S. but appear in Australia and Europe. There are very early types of surgery, called the "Y" that existed 30 years ago.

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I believe the terminology is as follows

Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) also known as Bariatric Surgery

Types:

1. Gastric Bypass also know as Roux-En-Y (RNY)

2. Gastric Sleeve

3. Lapband

ETC, there are a few other types but you get the idea

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Ok great. I went to the seminar last night and consultation is Monday. I'm ready to get this party going?

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