Weight Loss Expectations

Usual anticipated weight loss after Gastric Bypass surgery for obesity

Patients weighing from 200 - 250 lbs.

10 lbs in the first 10 days

15-25 lbs in 6 weeks

25-35 lbs in 3 months

35-45 lbs in 6 months

60 lbs or more in 1 year

70 lbs or more in 18 months

Patients weighing from 250 - 300 lbs.

10 - 12 lbs in the first 10 days

15 - 25 lbs in 6 weeks

25 - 35 lbs in 3 months

45 - 60 lbs in 6 months

80 lbs or more in 1 year

Patients weighing from 300 - 400 lbs.

10 - 30 lbs in the first 10 days

25 - 35 lbs in 6 weeks

35 - 55 lbs in 3 months

50 - 80 lbs in 6 months

100 lbs or more in 1 year

Patients weighing from 400-500 lbs.

10 - 35 lbs in the first 10 days

25 - 45 lbs in 6 weeks

35 - 60 lbs in 3 months

50 - 90 lbs in 6 months

100 lbs or more in 1 year