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Bariatric & Metabolic

Mini Gastric Bypass

迷你胃旁路手术

Duration

1.5-2 hours surgery

Recovery

2-4 days hospital stay, 3-4 weeks full recovery

$

Savings

~64% vs US

Price Comparison
China$6,000 - $12,000
$9,000
United States$18,000 - $32,000
$25,000
Save approximately 64%

Average savings compared to US prices

About This Treatment

One-anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB/MGB), a simplified bypass procedure with a single gastrojejunal anastomosis offering comparable weight loss to Roux-en-Y with reduced operative complexity. Widely performed in Chinese bariatric centers, this procedure creates a long narrow gastric pouch with a loop gastrojejunostomy, combining restriction with controlled malabsorption. Its technical simplicity results in shorter operative times and potentially fewer complications.

Procedure Steps
1

Pre-operative Evaluation

BMI and comorbidity assessment, upper endoscopy to rule out reflux esophagitis, metabolic panel, and multidisciplinary clearance

Duration: 2-3 days
2

Pre-operative Diet

2-week low-calorie diet for liver volume reduction, protein supplementation, and baseline nutritional labs

Duration: 2 weeks
3

Laparoscopic OAGB

Creation of long narrow gastric pouch (15-18cm), loop gastrojejunostomy at 200cm from ligament of Treitz, leak test

Duration: 1.5-2 hours
4

Nutritional Program

Diet progression protocol, bile reflux monitoring, vitamin and mineral supplementation, and regular follow-up with weight and metabolic tracking

Duration: 12 months
Benefits
  • Simpler single-anastomosis technique with shorter operative time
  • Comparable weight loss to traditional gastric bypass (65-75% EWL)
  • Easily reversible or revisable if needed
  • Lower risk of internal hernia compared to Roux-en-Y
Considerations
  • Bile reflux into gastric pouch and esophagus
  • Marginal ulcer at anastomosis site
  • Nutritional deficiencies particularly iron and B12
  • Potential need for revision if reflux becomes problematic

Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.