Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery Benefits

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a weight loss surgery that offers several benefits, including:

• Significant weight loss:
  Patients can expect to lose an average of 60-70% of their excess weight within the first 12-18 months after
  the surgery.
• Improved health:
  The surgery can improve or resolve obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood
  pressure, and
  sleep apnea.
• Reduced appetite:
  The removal of a large portion of the stomach can reduce appetite and help patients feel full after eating
  smaller meals.
• Shorter hospital stay:
  Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is typically performed as a minimally invasive procedure, which means
  patients can often go home from the hospital after just 1-2 days.
• Fewer complications:
  Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy has a lower risk of complications compared to other weight loss surgeries
  such as gastric bypass.
• Improved quality of life:
  Many patients report improved self-esteem, body image, and overall quality of life after the surgery.

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a weight loss surgery that involves removing a portion of the
stomach
to create a smaller, tube-shaped stomach or “sleeve.” Here is an overview of the procedure:

• Anesthesia:
  The patient is given general anesthesia, which puts them to sleep and ensures they do not feel any
  pain during the
  surgery.
• Placement of instruments:
  The surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen and inserts a laparoscope, a thin tube with
  a camera and light
  on the end, to view the surgical area.
• Separation of stomach tissue:
  The surgeon uses the laparoscopic instruments to carefully separate the stomach tissue from
  surrounding tissues and
  organs.
• Removal of a portion of the stomach:
  The surgeon uses a stapling device to remove approximately 80% of the stomach, leaving a small,
  tube-shaped stomach or
  “sleeve.”
• Closing the remaining portion of the stomach:
  The remaining portion of the stomach is closed with staples, which are reinforced with suture
  material to prevent any
  leaks.
• Removal of surgical instruments:
  The laparoscopic instruments are removed, and the incisions are closed with sutures or surgical
  staples.

The surgery typically takes 1-2 hours to complete and requires a hospital stay of 1-2 days. After
the surgery, patients will need to follow a strict diet and exercise plan to ensure proper healing and long-term
weight loss success.