Sleeve Gastrectomy
What is it
The Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy is the most common weight loss operation in the world. It is popular because of its simplicity and good results. It is particularly good for people with BMI's less than 40
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How is it done
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The operation is keyhole and involves the removal of 80% of the stomach. The operation effectively reduces the capacity of the stomach from 2 litres to a 50 ml long, thin stomach tube.
Advantages
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Weight loss 70% of Excess body weight
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Takes one year to lose the weight
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Excellent resolution of obesity related conditions.
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60% of diabetic patients will go into full remission
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Low complication rate
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The quality of eating is very good. Able to eat three small healthy meals per day
Considerations
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Requirement for lifelong single daily multivitamin
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Requirement for lifelong yearly blood tests to check vitamin and micronutrient levels
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25% risk of reflux
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Sometimes the reflux will require conversion to Roux en Y Gastric Bypass to resolve