Introduction
Gastric sleeve surgery is a highly effective weight loss procedure that can help individuals achieve long-term health improvements. At Healing Travel, we offer this transformative treatment at top-tier international clinics, combining excellent care with the benefits of medical tourism. The procedure involves removing a large portion of the stomach, leaving a smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach, which limits food intake and helps control hunger. With a quicker recovery than more invasive surgeries and impressive weight loss results, gastric sleeve surgery is ideal for those seeking a safe, permanent solution to obesity. Experience expert care and a life-changing transformation with Healing Travel.
Understanding
Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is a bariatric procedure designed to aid in significant weight loss. Here’s how the procedure typically goes:
- Anesthesia: The patient is placed under general anesthesia to ensure they are asleep and pain-free during the surgery.
- Laparoscopic Surgery: Small incisions are made in the abdomen, and a laparoscope (a thin tube with a camera) is inserted to guide the surgeon.
- Stomach Reduction: The surgeon removes about 75-80% of the stomach, leaving behind a sleeve-shaped portion. This smaller stomach restricts food intake and reduces the production of the hunger hormone ghrelin, helping to curb appetite.
- Stitching and Sealing: The remaining portion of the stomach is stapled and sealed, creating a tube-like structure that holds much less food.
- Recovery: The procedure takes about 1-2 hours, and patients typically stay in the hospital for 1-2 days for monitoring.
After the surgery, patients follow a specific diet plan and gradually return to normal activities while working on long-term weight management strategies.
Benefits of treatment
Significant Weight Loss: Patients can lose up to 60-70% of excess body weight within the first year, improving overall health.
Appetite Control: The removal of part of the stomach reduces the production of ghrelin, the hormone responsible for hunger, leading to less food intake and fewer cravings.
Improved Health: Weight loss can help resolve or significantly reduce obesity-related conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and joint pain.
No Foreign Objects: Unlike other procedures like gastric banding, no implants or foreign objects are used, reducing long-term risks.
Quick Recovery: The laparoscopic approach minimizes incisions, leading to shorter recovery times and less postoperative pain.
Post-Operation Care
After this type of surgery, you should rest, which means: no heavy lifting, no biking and no jogging. Try to take long walks as much as possible, so you still have physical activity. Take care of the incision scars and try not to upset your stomach.
