
Gastric Sleeve Surgery/Laparoscopic Sleeve
- In this procedure, approximately 80% of the stomach is removed leaving a banana-shaped stomach
- The surgery is done laparoscopically and results in a 2-3 day hospital stay
- Patients return to work in two weeks
- Weight loss is rapid and complete in about 12 months
- The average weight loss is 65-70% of excess weight
- The surgery works by restriction (smaller stomach) and gastrointestinal hormonal changes
- There is a dampening (reduction) in the hunger hormone ghrelin and an increase in satiety hormones such as GLP-1 and PYY
- The end results in less hunger and earlier satiety with a meal
Advantages
Rapid and significant weight loss in 12 months
No foreign body
No intestinal surgery
Both a restrictive and hormonal procedure
Good quality of eating
Disadvantages
Non-reversible
Potential micronutrient deficiency
Gastro-oesophageal reflux in 15% of patients
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Call us on 02 9553 7288.
Location
Suite 19, Level 5, 1 South Street, KOGARAH, NSW, 2217
P: 02 9553 7288
F: 02 9553 1063
info@drjohnjorgensen.com.au
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