At OCC, we understand that revising a failed surgery is unique to the individual and must be addressed with a custom surgical plan. With thousands of patients that have undergone successful weight loss revision or Sleeve Rescue™ surgery, we are proud to be known as the leading experts in the field.
About Gastric Sleeve Revision
Numerous individuals seek gastric sleeve revision in Tijuana, Mexico at OCC to address unsuccessful outcomes of their previous bariatric procedures. Renowned for their expertise in Tijuana, Mexico, our bariatric surgeons have pioneered innovative revision techniques for individuals experiencing undesired results or encountering adverse effects. These complications may arise due to outdated surgical methods, improper execution, or the expansion of the stomach pouch over time, leading to weight regain.
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Cost
Starting at $5,500 -
Recovery
Patients will have lifting and activity restrictions for about about 6 weeks after surgery -
Included in Cost
Pricing covers pre-op testing, manometry, endoscopy, surgery, anesthesia, post-op care, transportation, medications, 5-year follow-up, and 24/7 aftercare. Airfare is not included -
Discomfort
Minimal
Gastric Revision Before & After Images
Why revise a gastric sleeve?
Gastric sleeve surgery, or sleeve gastrectomy, has become the most popular procedure in bariatric surgery. Sleeve gastrectomy is a highly effective metabolic and weight loss procedure. Still, like any other type of bariatric surgery, a small percentage of sleeve patients may only experience initial weight loss or may even regain some of it a few years after the surgery.
How is gastric revision surgery performed?
The IGS IMPROVED GASTRIC SLEEVE® is created within the stomach through surgical stapling.
Is there pain?
Pain after the surgery is minimal. You may have some bloating and gas after the re-sleeve procedure.
What are the side effects of gastric revision surgery?
Bloating, heartburn, leakage (rare).
How do I prepare for my gastric revision surgery?
Pre-surgery diet and supplements to prevent weight gain before the procedure. Our nutritionists will guide you every step of the way.
What is the downtime?
One night in the hospital after the new procedure followed by a three-month program of integrating back to normal, solid foods.
Is there a follow-up program at OCC?
Five years of counseling and follow-up. You’re a member of the #OCCFamily for life.
The procedure steps
After introducing a calibration tube, surgeons perform the stapling portion of the sleeve gastrectomy (cuts, seals, and removes part of the stomach) on any stretched or dilated gastric sleeve segment. In some cases, we extend the sleeve due to proximal or distal portions that the previous surgeon didn’t divide into precise anatomical landmarks. After the completion of the extension, we suture the stomach with strong non-absorbable material. The greater curvature of the stomach is in-folded close to the calibration or sizing tube, creating a perfect-sized gastric sleeve and adding protection to any stapled areas. In some other cases, the size of the gastric sleeve may not allow further stapling. Still, gastric plication reduces stomach capacity compared to the previous sleeve gastrectomy.4, 5, 6
How does gastric sleeve revision work?
Obesity Control Center, the leading medical tourism destination in Tijuana, Mexico, can correct technical issues with a sleeve gastrectomy with a revision surgery or Sleeve Rescue™ featuring the IGS Improved Gastric Sleeve® that resizes the sleeve to a smaller size with and combined procedure that involves stapling (“re-sleeve”) and suturing (gastric plication). With a high success rate of over 26,000 successful surgeries in Mexico performed, we are a world-leader in safe and effective bariatric surgery. We are proud to have four full United States-based accreditations for health and safety in gastric sleeve revision surgery and tightening.
Why choose OCC for Gastric Sleeve Revision/Tightening?
OCC has international recognition, holds U.S. certifications, and has an impressive track record of successful bariatric revision surgeries. Our state-of-the-art facility is located just one mile south of the border. We transport you in our private luxury van directly from San Diego airport to our facility, a 30-minute trip. Every detail is geared to make your journey to weight loss positive and rewarding – as well as exceptionally safe. Our treatments are customized for the individual patient and developed to address obesity-related health issues, and every treatment includes a 5-year follow-up program. Obesity can be treated with the most advanced surgeries with improved outcomes and a shorter recovery time – and we are known as worldwide leaders.
Patient Success Stories
Cameron
-185 lbs
I can never express enough how grateful I am for what OCC has done for me.
I was considered overweight and obese my entire life. At 35, after years of failed diets, therapy, and research, I realized that the only way for me to permanently loose weight was to have bariatric surgery. My doctors in the US wrote letters to my insurance, emphasizing the medical necessity of this surgery. But after a year of back and forth, my insurance turned me down. I thought all hope was lost until I heard about OCC from a friend. I’d never even heard of traveling to Mexico for surgery, but, after researching and talking to the OCC, I was all in. And I’m so glad I made this choice. The amount of guidance and care I received from OCC from the moment I called for information has been better than anything I’ve experienced in the US. The procedure was smooth—I felt safe and in good hands the entire time.
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Tricia
-100 lbs
It’s highly reputable reputation and accreditation’s.
I was sick of being sick. I suffered from type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease. I have two small children and was sick of being tired all the time and sitting on the sidelines. I decided I didn’t want to live this life anymore. That’s when I reached out to OCC and it was the best decision I ever made. I am now actually living and making each day count.
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Celeste
-203 lbs
I needed a drastic change.
I had tried losing weight and failed on my own so many times before that I just knew I could no longer do it on my own. My health insurance benefits excluded weight loss surgery and I felt so defeated! I didn’t want the insurance companies to decide what I knew I needed. It wasn’t until I started searching for cash-pay costs that I ran across the OCC website (and several others). I looked at their testimonials and tried to find some of those people – I reached out to them on social media to get their thoughts. I started doing research on Dr. Ortiz. I researched the accreditations and certifications that the OCC held and was liking what I was learning. I looked into other facilities and Dr.’s, but none of them seemed to have as high of standards as OCC. After doing research and talking with others about their experiences both at OCC and at other facilities, I decided that it was time to get more information directly from OCC.
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Charlie
-155 lbs
OCC, you gave me not only my life back, you gave me my smile back…
I have struggled with my weight my entire life. In the long run it became not only emotionally, but also medically necessary to make a drastic change in my life. I was recommended by a family friend who is also a Nurse Practitioner and she recommended me to OCC, specifically Dr. Ortiz. Of course I was apprehensive of the thought of having surgery in Mexico but she reassured me that she took care of several of OCC’s patients right here in my hometown and that if anyone knew exactly what they were doing it was OCC. I researched OCC as well as others, both domestic and foreign, and came to the conclusion that OCC was without a doubt one of the best, if not the best. From the first call to the coordinator to the moment I left Tijuana headed back home, I was treated with support, kindness, compassion, and empathy.
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Jamie
-73 lbs
I did quite a bit of reading and felt OCC was the best choice and it was!
I have struggled with my weight for all of my adult years, my highest weight was 245 at one time. I maintained my weight loss around 165 lbs until about 2 years ago when my band started not holding any fluid and realized it had a leak. I started regaining weight and put on about 50 lbs. My experience with OCC and Dr. Ortiz was wonderful! I decided to revise to the gastric sleeve and everything was great, we stayed at a very nice hotel , and the staff there was just as good. I had excellent medical care from the start. I would absolutely recommend OCC to anyone who is struggling with their weight. I am now down about 80 lbs and have never felt better. I work out with a personal trainer and run 5ks!
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Elyse
-65 lbs
Safety, professionalism, knowledge, accreditation.
I was tired of being fat, and for most 215 isn’t that bad. But for me I felt disgusting. I’m use to bring the pretty sexy one. Not the chubby funny girl. I didn’t know that out of country surgery was even a possibility. I had a friend have it done in Mexico and I was like I want that. I booked with another company and after research I found that they had a death and complications. They also used drain tubes which did not sound like fun! Then I found OCC and saw all the great reviews, no deaths and no drain tubes. I was so nervous yet excited. My experience was nothing but positive. I even came home early I was doing so well. I have tried every diet, I exercised regularly and I just kept gaining. This tool has helped me so much. I still continue to eat healthy and exercise regularly but now I actually see results or my hard work. This isn’t the easy way out you still have to put the work in.
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IGS Improved Gastric Sleeve®: Exclusive to Obesity Control Center
The OCC-exclusive IGS Improved Gastric Sleeve® is the result of years of experience and research in bariatric surgery. We have addressed the safety issue (staple line leaks) with The Double Buttress Over-Sewing Technique*.
Am I a candidate for gastric sleeve revision?
You have revision options if you have undergone a sleeve gastrectomy and are experiencing any of the following symptoms after bariatric surgery. You may be a good candidate for gastric sleeve revision in Tijuana, Mexico at OCC if you experience:
- Less than 50% loss of the expected weight loss despite making dietary changes and eating fewer calories
- Inadequate weight loss or partial or total weight regain that leads to a high BMI
- Difficult food intake, such as an intolerance to normal solid foods, which can cause a vitamin deficiency
- Weight gain and obesity related health issues are affecting your overall quality of life
- You are experiencing health issues caused by the bariatric surgery
Advanced surgical techniques bring improved surgical results.
The durability of the weight loss procedure is further enhanced by reinforcing the staple line with this proprietary technique. The most common undesirable effect of a sleeve gastrectomy is heartburn symptoms (reflux disease and hiatal hernia). We have effectively diminished the problem with special attention placed on the GEF Triad (Gastro-Esophageal-Fundus Triad).
These are not just medical terms being thrown around. These are the key components of an Improved Gastric Sleeve with research and data to back it up.
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How does the gastric sleeve surgical technique influence weight regain?
We would like to start by saying that the Sleeve Rescue™ surgery has the same principle as a traditional sleeve gastrectomy, of creating a tubular-shaped stomach along most of its length. Still, sleeve gastrectomy surgery is not performed the same way by every bariatric surgeon.
Gastric sleeve revision & tightening FAQS
Can the procedure resolve heartburn or acid reflux?
What Are Some Possible Complications With Gastric Sleeve Revisions?
Why Do Patients Regain Weight After Bariatric Surgery?
Is There a Limit to How Many Weight Loss Procedures a Person Can Undergo?
Is There a Certain BMI I Need to Undergo a Gastric Sleeve Revision Procedure?
How Long Does Gastric Sleeve Revision Surgery Take?
Can the procedure resolve heartburn or acid reflux?
One of the most common complaints from sleeve patients after their initial procedure is the discomfort of ongoing gastric reflux. In more than one study, the development or recurrence of a hiatal hernia after a sleeve gastrectomy leads to gastric reflux. During a gastric sleeve revision procedure in Tijuana, MX, we can repair the hernia with a quick and very low-risk procedure that yields excellent results for acid reflux control.
What Are Some Possible Complications With Gastric Sleeve Revisions?
The added complexity of revision surgery sometimes raises the risks of complications. However, our team at the Obesity Control Center is meticulously detailed and experienced, ensuring a safe outcome. Possible complications include bleeding, infection, blood clots, incisional hernia formation, and poor reactions to anesthesia. Digestive issues may also arise due to the changes in the stomach anatomy. Make sure to go over all potential risks of gastric sleeve revision surgery with your doctor to make sure it is the best choice for you.
Why Do Patients Regain Weight After Bariatric Surgery?
There are many factors beyond the patient’s control that can sometimes lead to putting the weight back on. These may include hormonal fluctuations, dilation of the stomach pouch, widening of the pathway between the stomach and the small intestine, and alterations to the patient’s metabolism after the original bariatric surgery.
Is There a Limit to How Many Weight Loss Procedures a Person Can Undergo?
Weight loss surgeries and revision surgeries are recommended based on each patient’s unique needs and goals. Each situation is reviewed and assessed individually to ensure its safety and success.
Is There a Certain BMI I Need to Undergo a Gastric Sleeve Revision Procedure?
Not in this case. Good candidates are patients who have gained weight after an initial sleeve gastrectomy and are committed to following a healthy lifestyle.
How Long Does Gastric Sleeve Revision Surgery Take?
The entire process usually takes several hours. You will be asked to arrive an hour prior to your surgery time. The revision process itself can take just 30 minutes to complete. Afterward, our team will monitor you for several hours, providing IV fluids and pain or nausea medications to ensure your comfort. Once you are ready, you will be discharged and sent home with a personalized aftercare plan.
Schedule your gastric sleeve revision in Tijuana, Mexico today
Call or email us here to start your weight loss journey with gastric sleeve revision in Tijuana, Mexico. Call one of our US-based scheduling facilitators and learn how you can get the life you’ve always wanted with bariatric surgery from Obesity Control Center.
References
- S Brethauer, S Kothari, R Sudan, et al. Systematic review on reoperative bariatric surgery American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Revision Task Force. Surg Obes Relat Dis 10 (2014) 952–972
- Schauer P, Mingrone G, Ikramuddin S, Wolfe B. Clinical Outcomes of Metabolic Surgery: Efficacy of Glycemic Control, Weight Loss, and Remission of Diabetes. Diabetes Care Jun 2016, 39 (6) 902-911;
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