What is a Gastric Sleeve? Moreover, how is it done?

What is a gastric sleeve? This is a question that arises for most patients.

By reading this text, you will understand what Slave action is.

You will also find out who is the best candidate for this kind of operation.

Introduction:

Obesity is a disease of the century. It has always been one of the most critical issues of the day.

Obesity is the source of many diseases, not just physical but also mental illnesses as well.

Obese people are more prone to cardiovascular disease.

Obese people are more prone to high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and many other diseases.

Obesity itself causes these diseases.

Therefore, weight loss and slimming procedures, especially in recent decades, have been and are very important.

What is Bariatric Surgery ?

In another article, Bariatric Surgeries are thoroughly discussed.

Bariatric surgeries lead to constant weight loss by altering the digestive system.

If the patient obeys postoperative instructions, the weight usually does not return to the high levels before the operation.

 Postoperative instructions are thoroughly discussed in another article.

We should know that gastric sleeve is one of the most common bariatric surgeries.

These surgeries are suitable for people suffering from morbid obesity.

People with morbid obesity are people who have a BMI above 40.

BMI shows the degree of obesity.

That is, it shows how fat everyone is compared to their height.

So we have to answer the question, what is a gastric sleeve?

What does Sleeve mean?

Sleeve in English means the part of a piece of clothing that covers some or all of the arm.

In this operation, about 75 to 80% of the stomach is surgically removed.

About 15 to 25 percent of the rest of the stomach looks like sleeves.

That is, the rest of the stomach looks like a tube called a sleeve.

As a result, in English, this operation is called sleeve gastrectomy or vertical sleeve gastrectomy.

Pay close attention to the photo above.

In the photo, the left side of the stomach is seen in an obese person.

In gastric sleeve surgery, the dilated part of the stomach (pale orange) separates from the stomach.

This extra part of the stomach, which is about 75 to 85 %, is extracted from the patient’s body.

As you can see, the part of the stomach that is about 15 to 25 percent remains intact .

As you can see, the stomach part about 15 to 25 percent of the pre-op stomach remains intact.

This part of the tube that looks like a sleeve is called a sleeve.

So we found out what a gastric sleeve is.

In the video section of the site, an animation visually shows how gastric sleeve operation is done.

Is the amount of the extracted stomach different in a patient to a patient?

Once we understand what gastric sleeve is, it is best to answer this question.

Most patients ask this question.

Most patients compare their weight loss process with each other.

As a result, the question arises for them whether they have removed my stomach to another size or not.

We must first say that this comparison is wrong.

As discussed in another article, the rate of weight loss varies from person to person.

Therefore, we must say that the amount of stomach extracted in different patients is almost the same according to the volume of the patient’s stomach.

The bariatric and metobolic surgeon removes the same volume of the stomach from everyone, but weight loss depends on several factors.

What are the benefits of Gastric Sleeve Surgery ?

Now that we know what a gastric sleeve is, let us talk a little about its benefits.

This surgery is a physiological operation.

That is, there is no change in the arrangement of the viscera inside the abdomen.

As a result, it is unlikely that the patient will lose too much weight after the sleeve operation.

As a result, nothing happened to the patient after the Gastric Sleeve Surgery that could not be reversed.

Who is a good candidate for Gastric Sleeve Surgery ?

It was first discussed what gastric sleeve is. Now we answer this critical question.

This issue is fully discussed in another post.

However, it is better to know that sleeve can be done as the most common weight loss surgery for most people who need Bariatric Surgery.

Interestingly, in some cases, even in patients who are candidates for bypass surgery, it is recommended that they under go gastric sleeve surgery first to reduce the risk of first bypass surgery.

As a result, it can be even the first stage of a two-stage operation.

That is, once a sleeve after the initial weight loss, bypass.

So it can be said that almost any patient who is a candidate for weight loss surgery can do gastric sleeve surgery.

Postoperative care of the Surgery :

In another article, we discuss whether the gastric sleeve surgery is suitable for me or not.

What are the steps and preoperative care ?

Pre-gastric sleeve care and procedures are critical as the surgery itself.

Someone who does not do these steps and care properly might not get good results from the surgery.

Therefore, the bariatric and metabolic surgeon will refuse to perform sleeve or any other bariatric surgery for the patient before completing these steps and care.

We have written a complete article about the steps and care before gastric sleeve surgery, which we recommend you to read in full.

Are there any side effects ?

This question is also stated in the FAQ section of the site.

Complications might happen even in the hands of the most skilled surgeons.

However, sleeve surgery is one of the least complicated surgeries.

However, in another article, it is thoroughly discussed the complications of gastric sleeve surgery.

The possibility of complications should not deter a patient who needs surgery from having surgery.

it is better to read the following in full.

What have been the experiences of those who have had gastric sleeve surgery?

The experiences of people who have had this kind of are very different.

However, it should be noted that this operation is one of the most successful slimming surgery procedures.

The very high satisfaction of patients with this operation indicates the high efficiency of this surgery.

it is best to read the article written about the experiences of those who have had this surgery.

The use of these experiences can play an essential role in patient decisions.

How is nutrition after gastric sleeve surgery?

Many patients need to know about post-sleeve surgery care .

Among the most important of these cares is diet and proper exercise.

The diet after gastric sleeve surgery is provided to the patient weekly by a bariatric surgeon.

For the first two weeks after the operation, the patient should drink purified fluids.

Does hair loss occur after The operation ?

Let us say it is not unlikely.

After each significant surgery, the hair enters a dormant phase for a while.

After a while, some hairs fall out.

Nevertheless, the patient should know that this hair loss after gastric sleeve surgery, called telogen effluvium is entirely transient.

That is, after a while, all the stray hair returns to its original state.

This hair loss has nothing to do with how the patient is feeding.

Of course, postoperative nutrition should be nutritious and complete.

However, the experience of people who have had gastric sleeve surgery shows that after six months, all of these hairs start to grow back.

So there is no need to worry about this.

However, it is recommended that you read the related article on the website.

How to choose the best gastric sleeve surgeon ?

Once the patient wishes for weight loss surgery, they will look for the best surgeon.

The best sleeve surgeon has features that are mentioned in the relevant text.

He must be available to the patient.

Describe postoperative care of the gastric sleeve well for the patient.

Be committed and accountable.

Conclusion :

Sleeve surgery is an operation in which about 75 to 80% of the stomach is removed.

The rest of the stomach becomes a tube that looks like a sleeve.

As a result, it is called a sleeve, which means a part of a garment covering an arm in English.

To know the patient’s most common questions about the gastric sleeve, refer to the FAQ section of the website.