Revision Surgery

Bariatric surgery is a successful tool for combating obesity and weight gain. However, some patients may need a secondary, or revisionary procedure.


Dr Michael Hatzifotis has extensive experience in many forms of Revision Bariatric surgery and has performed hundreds of these procedures in the last 15 - 20 years.

Types of Revision Weight Loss Surgery that Dr Hatzifotis performs

  • Removal of Lap Band
  • Converting Band to Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Converting Band to Gastric Bypass 
  • Converting Sleeve-to-Bypass
  • Converting Sleeve or Bypass after the previous stomach stapling


Is Revisional Weight Loss Surgery Right for Me?

Revision surgery will depend on your specific needs and health problems.


Dr Hatzifotis will discuss potential treatments with you and help you decide the surgical approach best suited to your circumstance.



There are several reasons why a patient may need Revisional Weight Loss Surgery:

 

  • Inadequate weight loss
  • Weight Regain
  • Persistent co-morbid health conditions
  • Complications after weight loss surgery


Possible Complications of Revision Weight Loss Surgery

As with any surgical procedure, Revision Weight Loss Surgery has risks which are important to clearly understand before proceeding.  These risks will be clearly discussed with all patients at the time of their initial consultation with Dr Hatzifotis.


As a general rule, revisional weight loss surgery carries slightly higher risks than primary weight loss surgery.


Dr Hatzifotis has an outstanding safety record following Revisional Weight Loss Surgery and his complication rate is amongst the lowest in the world.