Sleeve gastrectomy is a surgical weight-loss procedure in which the stomach is reduced to about 25% of original size by removing of the major curve of..
Sleeve gastrectomy can be applied as a standalone surgery. The side part of stomach is removed while leaving a narrow tube. It also removes ghrelin (h..
• Age between 18-65 years
• Body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher
• BMI of 35 or more and comorbidities like diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea.
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• Normal gastrointestinal anatomy is preserved.
• Ghrelin (appetite hormone) is reduced and patient has less appetite.
• Operation time is short.
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People who are not candidates for mini gastric bypass include those who:
• Have other medical problems that make the surgery too risky
• Have unma..
• The procedure is irreversible.
• Expected weight loss is lower compared to other bariatric procedures...
