Gastric sleeve surgery is a type of weight loss surgery that reduces the size of the stomach. This makes it harder to eat large amounts of food and helps you lose weight.
Gastric sleeve surgery is a major surgery, and it's important to understand the risks and benefits before you decide if it's right for you.
The risks of gastric sleeve surgery include:
The benefits of gastric sleeve surgery include:
Gastric sleeve surgery is performed laparoscopically, which means that small incisions are made in the abdomen and a laparoscope (a thin, lighted tube) is inserted to view the stomach. A surgical instrument is then used to remove about 80% of the stomach, leaving a long, narrow tube.
The long-term effects of gastric sleeve surgery are generally positive. People who have had the surgery typically lose a significant amount of weight and improve their health. However, there is a risk of complications, such as nutritional deficiencies and bowel obstruction.
Gastric sleeve surgery is generally recommended for people who are:
After gastric sleeve surgery, you will need to follow a strict diet and exercise program. You will also need to take vitamins and supplements to ensure that you are getting the nutrients you need.
The success rate of gastric sleeve surgery is high. Most people who have the surgery lose a significant amount of weight and improve their health. However, it is important to note that gastric sleeve surgery is not a cure for obesity. It is a tool that can help you lose weight and improve your health, but you will still need to make lifestyle changes to maintain your weight loss.
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“Since having the operation I can now go into any shop and buy the clothes I love, rather than the clothes that just fit my size. I could never have imagined buying a size 10 before. The operation has not effected my social life in any way.”
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“My experience of Mr. Agrawal was very positive, he was very positive about doing the surgery, he was very relaxed and I was very confident in him. I would definitely recommend Mr. Agrawal.”
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“Mr. Agrawal, that’s a lot of fun, absolute brilliant guy.”
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“I was a bit scared going to see him, I’d brought my husband with me, in case I forgot what he said. Having someone beside me was very useful. He explained the procedures and types of procedure, and which one I could go for. He was very down to earth and straight forward, I found it very pleasant”