FAQ: Can bariatric surgery be reversed?

Jul 22, 2025 · From Dr. Sachin Kukreja's practice

1,010 views · 30 likes on YouTube

DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery, Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s practice, posted this video on its YouTube channel on July 22, 2025.

From the video’s description on YouTube

I get this question a lot from people considering weight loss surgery: “What if something goes wrong? Can it be undone?”

Here’s the real talk: Bariatric surgery is meant to be permanent, but in rare cases of complications (like vitamin deficiencies, acid reflux, or chronic vomiting), we can make adjustments or revisions.

Every surgery—sleeve, bypass, duodenal switch—has different options. It’s not one-size-fits-all, and you’re not alone in this journey.

QUESTION FOR YOU:
Have you had a revision or faced complications after surgery? What helped you most—meds, diet, or a procedure? Drop your experience or questions below — your story might help someone else feel less alone.

More videos from the practice are on Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s profile.

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