Banded Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Leads to Greater Weight Loss

Banded Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery results in a statistically significant increase in percent excess weight loss at 1, 2, and 5 years postoperatively compared to standard RYGB procedures. Additionally, patients undergoing banded RYGB do not have a significantly higher risk of postoperative complications. This meta-analysis, including 13 studies and over 8500 patients, highlights the superior weight loss outcomes associated with the banded technique in the management of obesity.