What is a Sleeve Gastrectomy?

A sleeve gastrectomy is a life changing operation. It is used to help people to lose weight and improve their health. Losing weight lowers the risk of developing medical problems associated with obesity. Examples are high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, breathing problems, and asthma.

A sleeve gastrectomy makes your stomach smaller, and should change the amount you can eat at your meals. This is what will help you to lose weight.

It is not a reversible procedure.

Why a Sleeve Gastrectomy?

• Safer and less complex than other types of bariatric surgery

• Limits food ingestion and hunger

• Keeps the pylorus and small intestine intact

• Much greater and sustained weight loss than diet and exercise alone

• Can help you to lose 60-70% of your excess weight.