Sleeve Gastrectomy

What is Sleeve Gastrectomy?

A surgical weight-loss procedure is sleeve gastrectomy. Usually, this procedure is done laparoscopically, involving the insertion of tiny tools into the upper abdomen through various tiny incisions. Approximately 70% – 80% of the stomach is removed during sleeve gastrectomy, remaining a tube-shaped stomach.

What are the symptoms leading to doctor’s recommending – Sleeve Gastrectomy?

• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Dry cough
• Bitter taste
• Discomfort in upper abdomen

Evaluations for Sleeve Gastrectomy 

• X-rays
• Upper endoscopy
• Fasting blood sugar test
• Echocardiogram
• ECG

Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure

Nowadays the most sleeve gastrectomy is laparoscopically performed. Five or six tiny incisions are made in the abdomen and the surgery is performed with a video camera and lengthy tools positioned through these tiny incisions. Then the doctor forms a narrow sleeve, stapling the stomach vertical position and removing the longer curved portion of the stomach.

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