Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve Gastrectomy is a highly effective surgical weight loss procedure designed for individuals struggling with obesity. It involves reducing the size of the stomach to limit food intake and promote lasting weight loss.

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What is Sleeve Gastrectomy?

Sleeve Gastrectomy, also known as gastric sleeve surgery, is a minimally invasive bariatric procedure. During the surgery, approximately 75–80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a narrow, sleeve-shaped stomach. This reduces the patient’s food capacity and decreases hunger by lowering the production of the hunger hormone ghrelin.

The procedure is ideal for patients who:

  • Have a body mass index (BMI) over 35 with associated health conditions
  • Have been unsuccessful with diet and exercise
  • Seek permanent and effective weight loss

Want to improve obesity-related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea

How is Sleeve Gastrectomy Performed?

Sleeve Gastrectomy is performed laparoscopically under general anesthesia:

Pre-Operative Assessment: Patients undergo comprehensive evaluations, including blood tests, imaging, and medical history analysis.

Laparoscopic Surgery: Small incisions are made, and surgical instruments are inserted to remove a large portion of the stomach.

Creation of Sleeve Stomach: The remaining stomach is shaped into a narrow tube, reducing food capacity and promoting early satiety.

Recovery and Follow-Up: Patients receive instructions on diet, physical activity, and post-operative care to maximize results.

The surgery typically takes 1–2 hours, and most patients stay in the hospital for 2–3 days.

Advantages of Sleeve Gastrectomy

  • Significant and sustainable weight loss
  • Reduction in hunger and portion sizes
  • Improvement in obesity-related health conditions
  • Minimally invasive with short hospital stay
  • Permanent structural change to support weight management
  • Enhanced quality of life and self-confidence

Recovery After Sleeve Gastrectomy

Recovery is gradual and requires adherence to dietary and lifestyle changes:

First week: Light diet, gradual return to daily activities

2–4 weeks: Normal activities resume, with continued dietary adjustments

1–3 months: Rapid weight loss begins

6–12 months: Significant and measurable weight reduction

Badge Health provides personalized follow-up care, nutrition counseling, and medical supervision to ensure optimal outcomes.

Risks and Considerations

Sleeve Gastrectomy is a safe and well-established procedure, but as with any surgery, minor risks may include infection, bleeding, or temporary digestive issues. Selecting an experienced team like Badge Health ensures safety, minimizes complications, and provides high success rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Considering a Sleeve Gastrectomy? Find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions here.

Yes, the structural change to the stomach is permanent and supports long-term weight loss.

Patients typically lose 60–70% of their excess weight within 12–18 months, depending on adherence to diet and lifestyle changes.

The procedure is performed under general anesthesia, and post-operative discomfort is managed with medication.

The surgery usually takes 1–2 hours.

Most patients stay in the hospital for 2–3 days.

Yes, patients follow a structured diet plan that progresses from liquids to soft foods and then solid foods over weeks.

Yes, it can help improve diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, and other obesity-related issues.

Patients with BMI over 35 or BMI over 30 with health conditions, who have not achieved weight loss through other methods.

Most patients resume light work within 2–3 weeks, depending on recovery.

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