Danielle after her Allurion gastric Pill balloon treatment.
Danielle after her Allurion gastric Pill balloon treatment.

Gastric Revisional Surgery

What is gastric revisional surgery?

After bariatric surgery, there can be cases of weight regain or insufficient weight loss. Gastric revisional surgery can correct prior weight loss surgery and help you achieve weight loss targets by adding more restriction or malabsorption. There are two potential procedures to consider.

Speak to a weight loss specialist

When is Gastric Revisional Surgery Required?

Gastric revisional surgery is only used to correct previous weight loss surgery. 

In some circumstances, patients opt to have their adjustable gastric band changed to a full gastric bypass.

We often perform revisional history on patients who opted for cheaper surgeries abroad, but now lack the aftercare needed to heal properly and see real weight loss results. 

Benefits of gastric revisional surgery include:

Less need for follow-up appointments
Increased percentage of weight loss results
Enhanced self-confidence
Improvement in health & obesity-related illnesses

5 Steps to Change Your Life

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The first step is the biggest one – get in touch with our friendly team to discuss any questions you have and book your free consultation with a bariatric surgeon.

Tailored to you

At your consultation, you will meet directly with one of our leading specialist bariatric surgeons to discuss the best solution for you and book a date for your surgery.

In our safe hands

On the day of your surgery, you will arrive at the hospital and into the safe hands of our specialist bariatric nurses and surgery team.

Here for you

After your procedure and hospital discharge, you will return home. Our dedicated aftercare team are here for you 24/7 should you have any questions or concerns.

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Your premium aftercare starts right away! We are there with you every step of the way to help you achieve your goals and to give you your life back! #GivingBackLives.

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Disclaimer


As with any surgical procedure, there are possible risks and complications, including bruising, pain & swelling, reaction to anaesthetic, excessive bleeding, infection, gallstones, deep venous thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (clot to the lung), internal small bowel hernia, intolerance to certain foods, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), nutritional deficiencies, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea and death. These are uncommon and we will do everything possible to prevent them from happening.

Occasionally, patients may require an additional corrective procedure after the initial surgery and some patients might fail to lose a significant amount of weight. 10% of patients regain weight within five to ten years as the pouch dilates, hunger returns and malabsorption fades. 40% of patients may require plastic surgery procedures after weight loss has levelled off, to treat loose skin.

Approximately one in six patients may develop symptomatic gallstones after weight loss, which would require a laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Please speak to your Tonic surgeon to discuss the risks in more detail and any concerns you may have.

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Life changing stories

The UK’s Best Rated Weight Loss Surgery Company

Life changing stories

Ally

10 st (64 kg)*

Weight Loss

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“I have struggled with my weight all of my adult life, I have PCOS and every diet I have tried just wasn’t successful.

I have lost over 10 stone and I feel absolutely incredible. I would never have dreamt to have the life that I currently have now.”

Paul

10 st (64 kg)*

Weight Loss

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“Life before surgery was fake, I had a happy face but was not really happy. I wouldn’t go on lads holidays with my friends or take my kids swimming. 

I have lost over 10 stone and it’s been life changing. I have got my life back. I can now take my kids swimming, go on holiday, do those things that I should have done 10,15,20 years ago.”

Danni's

5 1/2 stone (35 KG)*

Weight Loss

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“Before I had surgery, I’d always yo-yoed with my weight. I was ashamed because of the size I’d gotten to. I was unable to buy the clothes I wanted to wear. I didn’t feel like the person that I wanted to be nor did my reflection match the person I felt inside. 

The surgery with Tonic has absolutely changed my life. I’ve lost 5 and a half stone, and I am more confident and outgoing. 

Chanelle

9st (57kg)

Weight Loss

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“Before weight loss surgery, I couldn’t cope with doing anything strenuous and I couldn’t spend time with my children in the way I wanted to. My eating was out of control, and I had been yo-yoing. 

A year out from surgery, I’m a completely different person. Last year, my body fat percentage was in the morbidly obese category. Now, I’m in the healthy weight category.”

Claire

10 st (64 kg)*

Weight Loss

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“I lost 8.5 stone. I feel like one of the gym girls, I have done a 10k this year and I am signed up to Brighton half marathon next year! I chose Tonic because I saw so many success stories online and because of the aftercare package. You have the dietician, the PT, the psychotherapist and the constant support group from others who have had surgery and the team in the office”

Is Gastric Revisional Surgery Right for Me?

If you have had weight loss surgery in the past, but haven’t achieved your goals or are experiencing complications, revision surgery might be the right option for you.

At Tonic Weight Loss Surgery, we understand and cater to individual patient needs. We aim to support, guide and help you determine which type of revision surgery is best for you.

How revisional surgery works

When revising a surgery, there are two options to consider: a gastric bypass or a gastric sleeve.

A conversion of an adjustable gastric band to a gastric bypass can take place in one procedure. 

It is critical that revisional surgery is carried out within highly experienced centres, such as Tonic Weight Loss Surgery, as there is almost double the risk of major complications than with first-time bariatric surgery.

The whole team at Tonic will be in touch before and after surgery to advise about appropriate preparations and aftercare.

Patients will often need to go on a liver-shrinking diet (800 calories a day), for around two weeks before surgery. After the operation, patients will be advised to go on a specialist diet to help with the healing process. This involves a liquid diet for two weeks, a puréed diet for one to two weeks and soft, easy-to-chew foods for one to two weeks.

How revisional surgery works

When revising a surgery, there are two options to consider: a gastric bypass or a gastric sleeve.

A conversion of an adjustable gastric band to a gastric bypass can take place in one procedure. 

It is critical that revisional surgery is carried out within highly experienced centres, such as Tonic Weight Loss Surgery, as there is almost double the risk of major complications than with first-time bariatric surgery.

The whole team at Tonic will be in touch before and after surgery to advise about appropriate preparations and aftercare.

Patients will often need to go on a liver-shrinking diet (800 calories a day), for around two weeks before surgery. After the operation, patients will be advised to go on a specialist diet to help with the healing process. This involves a liquid diet for two weeks, a puréed diet for one to two weeks and soft, easy-to-chew foods for one to two weeks.

Ashley after his gastric bypass procedure.
Kelly after her gastric bypass procedure.
Sarah Ash

Hi I'm Sarah Ash

I’m a Tonic Patient Coordinator; I’m here to help you start your weight loss journey

I’m a Tonic Patient Coordinator; I’m here to help you start your weight loss journey. 

It’s my job to support you through your journey with Tonic, from initial consultation where we’ll learn all about you and your weight loss journey to date, through to your 5 years of aftercare with our specialist team. 

We’re here for you at every stage. 

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Which Weight Loss Surgery is Right for You?

We offer a wide variety of weight loss surgeries; we’ll never recommend a surgery unless it’s 100% right for you.

Compare our available surgeries here:

Gastric Bypass
Gastric Bypass
Allurion Pill Balloon
Allurion Pill Balloon
Gastric Band
Gastric Band
Mini Gastric Bypass
Mini Gastric Bypass
Gastric Sleeve
Gastric Sleeve
Gastric Revisional Surgery
Gastric Revisional Surgery
Average recovery time after surgery
10-14 Days
2-3 Days
5-7 Days
10-14 Days
7 days
7 days
Surgery procedure time (in minutes)
60 mins
0 mins
45 mins
70 mins
60 mins
70 mins
Estimated weight loss
60 - 70% Excess Weight Loss
20% Excess Weight Loss
50 - 70% Excess Weight Loss
60 - 70% Excess Weight Loss
70–75% of their excess weight
25-50% of total body weight
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Scarring?
5 x Small (12mm) abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen
No
5 x Small (12mm) abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen
5 x Small (12mm) abdominal incisions across the middle and upper abdomen
5 small abdominal scars
5 small abdominal scars
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Disclaimer for all Weight Loss and Bariatric Procedures

Weight loss surgery results may vary: causes for being overweight or obese vary from person to person.

Our Premium Aftercare Promise

No Other Provider Offers Aftercare Like Tonic

We pride ourselves in providing the most comprehensive support package around you after your procedure. 

Weight loss surgery is a tool to help you lose weight. Our aftercare team is composed of nurses, psychotherapists, personal trainers, bariatric surgeons and other weight loss specialists. It’s our job to ensure your weight loss journey goes as smoothly as possible. 

You will not get 5 years of aftercare included with your surgery anywhere else. 

Full aftercare breakdown

Unlimited Dietician Appointments for 2 years

Unlimited Psychotherapist Appointments for 2 years

Unlimited Support with Virtual Fitness Coach for 2 Years

Unlimited Bariatric Nurse Support for 2 years

5 Years Surgeon Follow Up

The Gym Group 30-day Membership

The Tonic Tool Kit

Tonics Private Social Media community support

Out Of Hours Support Line

Our Clinic Locations

Private Weight Loss Surgery Clinics and Bariatric Surgery Specialists Located Across the UK

Wherever you are in the UK, we have weight loss specialists year you. 

Are there any weight loss surgery clinics near me?

Birmingham

Burcot Hall Hospital, Stoney Lane, Bromsgrove, UK

Derby

Derby Private Health, Uttoxeter New Road, Derby, UK

Kent

40-42 Lee Terrace, London, UK

Leeds

Leighton Street Clinic, Leeds, UK

London

5 - 10 Beaumont St, London W1G 6AA, UK

Luton

Cobham Clinic, Luton, UK

Manchester

170 Barlow Moor Rd, Manchester M20 2AF, UK

Orpington

Chelsfield, Orpington, UK

Salford

Lancaster Rd, Salford, UK

Darlington

Morton Park, Darlington DL1 4PL

Gloucester

Tewkesbury Rd, Longford, Gloucester, UK

Cheadle

Mill Ln, Cheadle SK8 2PX, UK

Watford

Heathbourne Rd, Bushey WD23 1RD, UK

Harrow

Sudbury Hill, Harrow, UK

Blackheath

40-42 Lee Terrace, Blackheath, London SE3 9UD, UK

Leicester (Head Office)

Tonic Surgery, Charterpoint Way, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, UK

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