Intestinal Bipartition in Monterrey
Prices start at $6,000 USD.
* All prices listed here are subject to change without prior notice. Prices may vary depending on the payment method (cash, card, or bank transfer), the hospital, and the comprehensive medical assessment. An assessment consultation is required to determine the final cost, as prices may change based on each patient's clinical condition.
Your procedure includes
Medical fees and 2 nights in the hospital (1 companion included at no extra cost), blood tests, 1 psychology consultation, 1 nutrition consultation, and 1 internal medicine consultation
Your surgery will be performed at Hospitaria en Av. Nexxus 104, Nexxus Residencial, Joyas de Anahuac, 66055 Cdad. Gral. Escobedo, N.L.
Intestinal Bipartition: The Perfect Balance Between Metabolic Control and Nutrition
Bariatric surgery has evolved to offer solutions increasingly tailored to the metabolic needs of every body. Intestinal Bipartition is one of the most innovative next-generation procedures available today.
This intervention is designed for patients seeking significant weight loss and the control of metabolic diseases (such as diabetes), but with a lower risk of nutritional deficiencies compared to other malabsorptive surgeries.
What is Intestinal Bipartition and How Does It Work?
Unlike other procedures that send food down a single path, intestinal bipartition is a dual-pathway procedure. It is performed in two main steps:
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Stomach Reduction (Restrictive Effect): First, a technique identical to the Gastric Sleeve is performed, reducing the stomach by 70-80% to leave it in a tube-like shape. This decreases the amount of food you can eat and drastically reduces the hunger hormone (ghrelin).
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Intestinal Rearrangement (Dual Pathway): The small intestine is divided and connected to the stomach in a way that creates two paths for food:
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Path 1 (Normal Absorption): A portion of the food follows its natural tract, allowing your body to continue absorbing essential vitamins and nutrients without issues.
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Path 2 (Hypoabsorptive): The other portion of the food takes a "shortcut" to a further section of the intestine, reducing the absorption of calories and fats, and generating a powerful metabolic control effect.
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How Does It Differ from a Traditional Gastric Bypass?
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The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass is an excellent tool, but it works in a more restrictive and malabsorptive way, as it diverts all food through a single path, bypassing a large portion of the stomach and intestine.
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Intestinal Bipartition seeks a balance. By allowing food to follow two simultaneous routes, we achieve the same weight loss and disease remission effects as a Bypass, but with a key advantage: the body maintains excellent nutrient absorption, significantly reducing the risk of malnutrition or extreme reliance on long-term vitamin supplements.
Why Has It Become So Popular Recently?
This procedure has become a highly requested option in modern bariatric practices due to its "unique traits":
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Less restriction, maximum effectiveness: It combines the best benefits of the gastric sleeve and the intestinal bypass.
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Metabolic Power: Offers exceptional control and rapid remission of Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, and fatty liver.
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Nutritional Protection: By preserving the natural transit in one of its routes, it protects the patient from anemia and severe vitamin deficiencies.
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No foreign bodies: It does not require the placement of bands or future adjustments.
Who Is It Recommended For? (The Ideal Patient)
Intestinal Bipartition is a highly versatile clinical tool. It is typically the ideal procedure for:
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Patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 30 and 45.
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Individuals suffering from obesity accompanied by metabolic diseases (Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea).
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Specific revision cases: For example, patients who already have a Gastric Sleeve and have developed severe reflux, but are very thin and do not wish to lose more weight drastically with a traditional bypass.
Minimally invasive, fast recovery!
It is performed via minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery with small incisions in the abdomen.
24 hours of hospitalization. The patient can travel back home upon discharge.
7 days of rest at home without strenuous activity (the patient can walk, bathe, and perform simple activities at home). If the job does not require physical exertion, and under the medical guidance of Dr. Andrea de Anda, some patients may resume their work activities as early as the fourth day.
Exercise one month after surgery.
Safe surgery!
It's normal to feel uncertain about bariatric surgery. Fear of the risks is valid, but it shouldn't paralyze you; it should motivate you to seek the safest option.
The good news? The risks CAN be significantly reduced. The difference between a surgery with uncertainty and a safe surgery lies in the preparation beforehand.
The image shows the roadmap we use at Slim Surgery to protect you. It's not just about "operating"; it's about professional support where each specialist (nutritionist, psychologist, internist) contributes a key piece to your safety net before, during, and after the procedure.
When you prepare yourself well, both physically and mentally, and are in the hands of a multidisciplinary team that thoroughly evaluates you, fear transforms into confidence. Trust in a process designed to care for you. We are here to guide you.
Risks
As with any major surgery, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy carries potential health risks, both short-term and long-term.
Risks associated with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy may include:
Excessive bleeding.
Infection.
Adverse reactions to anesthesia.
Blood clots.
Lung or breathing problems.
Leaks from the cut edge of the stomach.
Long-term risks and complications of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy may include:
Gastrointestinal obstruction.
Hernias.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Low blood sugar, known as hypoglycemia.
Malnutrition.
Vomiting.
In very rare cases, complications of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy can be fatal.
Remember:
For your safety and to determine your viability, the mandatory initial step is an assessment consultation.
Afraid of anesthesia?
"What if I don't wake up?" It's a question many people think, but few voice aloud. We want to tell you that it's normal to feel afraid, but we also want to give you the information that will give you peace of mind.
Anesthesia in a bariatric patient is NOT the same as in any other surgery. It requires precision and experience. That's why we've designed this 6-Step Guide to explain exactly how our certified anesthesiologists prepare and care for you during gastric sleeve surgery.
Your safety is our obsession.
Dr. Andrea De Anda
a board-certified bariatric surgeon
Specialist in bariatric and metabolic surgery, with extensive experience backed by her career and ongoing professional development. She is certified by the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (CMCOEM) and the National Regulatory Committee of Medical Specialty Councils (CONACEM).
(CONACEM Certifications No. CB230039 and C22036922)
CERTIFICATIONS
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Start with your assessment
Under the guidance of Dr. Andrea de Anda, a Certified Bariatric Surgeon and Certified General Surgeon (CONACEM Certifications No. CB230039 and C22036922), we conduct a thorough and compassionate initial evaluation. We analyze your health profile, address all your questions directly, and together, determine the safest and most effective medical option for you.
Are you ready to make an informed decision?