Sleeve gastric surgery: the magic of laparoscopy.
In the field of medicine, laparoscopic gastric reduction surgery has become a popular option. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that it helps people achieve their goals by forming a sleeve-like stomach structure.
Sleeve gastric surgery, also known as laparoscopic gastric reduction, is an innovative medical** technique. The principle is to use laparoscopic techniques to cut the large curvature of the stomach vertically to form a small stomach pouch. This process causes the stomach to take on the shape of a sleeve, hence the name "sleeve stomach". This surgery not only changes the structure of the stomach but also helps people lose weight by eating less.
However, any surgery has its risks and after sleeve gastric surgery, patients may experience nausea, acid reflux, and difficulty swallowing. Therefore, this surgery is not suitable for everyone.
Before deciding whether or not to undergo surgery, doctors use body mass index (BMI) to assess a patient's suitability for surgery. Body mass index is calculated based on an individual's weight and height, and it reveals whether an individual's weight matches their height. If the patient has a body mass index over 40 and is unable to lose weight by other means, has an obesity-related metabolic disorder or has a specific medical problem, surgery may be an option to consider.
In addition to sleeve gastric surgery, there are other methods of bariatric surgery, such as gastric bypass. This surgery works by separating the stomach, leaving only a small pouch to hold food, and connecting this pouch to the middle of the small intestine, allowing the food to bypass a portion of the stomach and small intestine.
Bariatric surgery is an effective method, but not everyone is a good candidate for surgery. It is important to have a detailed discussion with your doctor and undergo a thorough evaluation before deciding whether or not to proceed with surgery.