Internal Hernias in Pregnant Females with Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: A Systematic Review

Bariatric surgery has become of the most effective solutions for sustained weight loss in the world [1]. Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) is one of the most common procedures for treatment of morbid obesity. Females are more likely to undergo a bariatric procedure for weight loss. While significant and sustained weight loss is the primary advantage to bariatric surgery, other positive outcomes include improved fertility in women [2]. This improved fertility can increase the chances of pregnancy.
Source: Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Review articles Source Type: research