What to expect
If you’ve noticed that you’re regaining weight after a previous bariatric surgery, an endoscopic bariatric revision surgery like the Apollo Overstitch might be an option if you had a previous gastric bypass.
With the Apollo Overstitch, you don’t need any cuts or surgical incisions. Your bariatric surgeon will insert an endoscope (thin, lighted tube) down your esophagus and into your stomach. From there, the surgeon guides tiny tools that can restitch (or overstitch) the stomach pouch and stoma back to their intended size.
Endoscopic bariatric revision surgery can be done in an outpatient setting, so you can go home the same day. Because you’ll be under general anesthesia, you’ll need to have someone who can drive you to and from the procedure.