Sleeve Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is a restrictive weight loss surgery that consists of removing about 75-85% of the stomach and creating a new stomach about the size and shape of a banana. This procedure decreases the production of the hunger hormone, so patients are less hungry. Additionally, the new stomach processes food faster, creating early feelings of fullness.

LSG is recommended for patients based on the following benefits:

• Average loss of 50% to 70% of excess weight
• Causes increased fullness, decreased hunger
• Improves conditions such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension
• Increased life expectancy
• Positive effects on insulin resistance
• Fewer intestinal complications than other weight loss procedures