It results in polycythemia a condition which results in high levels of circulation red blood cells in the blood stream. Hypoxia, smoking, chronic exposure to carbon monoxide or living at high altitudes are its risk factors. Controlling high blood pressures, smoking etc. can potentially reduce its risk.
By procedure, it generally costs anywhere from $10,000 to $25,000 for gastric sleeve surgery, while the average cost of lap band surgery is $12,000 to $25,000 and the average cost of gastric bypass surgery is $20,000 to $35,000.
Gastric bypass surgery alters the digestive tract by attaching a small stomach pouch to the small intestine. By bypassing part of the intestine, the number of calories your body can absorb is limited, a benefit not provided by a sleeve gastrectomy or the lap band. LEARN MORE âº. Average Price: $13,375.