Gastric sleeve is the modern bariatric surgery procedure designed for permanent weight loss. This procedure involves several small incisions instead of making a large incision. Most of the studies support that this surgery is the primary bariatric procedure for years to come.
The increasing amount of positive results with rapid and sustained weight loss coupled with complete recovery from diabetes and hypertension, can all lead a patient to live longer and healthier. The procedure can increase the quality of life.
People who are more than 100 pounds of weight can undergo gastric sleeve procedure or people who are obese and suffering from weight related issues, such as sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes can also be suitable for gastric sleeve surgery.
For a free evaluation to see whether you are a suitable candidate for the surgery, you can consult one of our bariatric surgeons.
But, before undergoing the surgery, there are some essential things which you need to follow, such as:
- You should stop smoking as it may increase the chance of affecting with infections, pneumonia, blood clots and slows down the healing process.
- You need to follow a diet program recommended by your bariatric surgeon.