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Sleeve Gastrectomy |
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Review
Summary |
Sleeve Gastrectomy, as the name might suggest to those familiar with weight loss procedures, is a restrictive bariatric surgery. You might have heard about it under another name, however: Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Vertical Gastrectomy, Greater Curvature Gastrectomy, or otherwise. But whatever you call it, the procedure is designed to bring on weight loss by reducing the volume of the stomach. In fact, a Sleeve Gastrectomy will eliminate a portion of the stomach in an irreversible procedure that has long-lasting consequences. The size of this portion varies.
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| Procedure |
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A Sleeve Gastrectomy involves the surgical removal of a portion of the stomach. The stomach that remains might look something like a banana, according to some descriptions. Aside from losing the capacity to overeat, patients also experience a decrease or even loss of appetite. This is the result of the removal of the portion of the stomach responsible for the production of Ghrelin, a hormone responsible for feelings of hunger.
The risks associated with this type of procedure are no small matter: bleeding, pain, pneumonia, anesthesia complications, deep vein thrombosis, injury to surrounding areas, infection, pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack, and death. It almost goes without saying that a Sleeve Gastrectomy is a serious procedure that will require much consultation, research, and forethought.
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| Price |
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Currently, prices will vary from procedure to procedure. Insurance likely covers a certain portion of this treatment when it is deemed to be medically required.
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| Website |
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As a type of surgery, there is neither an official website nor a retail site. However, multiple informational sites do exist for research purposes. We have seen some estimates that suggest Sleeve Gastrectomy is only for those patients with a BMI over 60. Other estimates put it at 40 or more. A certain amount of consultation would obviously be beneficial in order to determine whether or not you are in a position to undergo a Sleeve Gastrectomy. Benefits for these folks extend beyond pure and simple weight loss, however. A Sleeve Gastrectomy can lead to the resolution of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and sleep apnea.
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| Final Facts |
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The Sleeve Gastrectomy is a drastic solution to a serious problem. If you’re anxious about the procedure, we recommend doing everything within your power, such as eating well, exercising regularly, and undergoing counseling, in order to avoid it. If you and your physician think it is the only solution left for you, then it is important to prepare for a new lifestyle and start making changes right away. Always follow professional medical advice in these cases.
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