Sleeve Gastrectomy Frequently Asked Questions
Sleeve gastrectomy is a surgical procedure that induces weight loss by removing approximately 75 percent of the stomach.
VSG, or Sleeve Gastrectomy or Gastric Sleeve, is a minimally invasive & irreversible bariatric surgery accomplished using a standardized three-point clamp technique, which reduces the size of the stomach by removing a portion of it.
Sleeve gastrectomy is performed using a minimally invasive instrument called a laparoscope, that’s why it’s called Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy. Read more here!
Sleeve gastrectomy is considered a relatively safe procedure, however, like all major surgeries, some risks & complications may occur.
When patients consistently overeat after their surgery, they’re forcing more food into their digestive system than their stomachs can handle. This will lead to the following: • Vomiting – Voiding of the stomach is a common response. • Diarrhea – Food may wind up in the intestines sooner than it should, leading to diarrhea. • Discomfort- Cramps and abdominal pain are common when Gastric Bypass/Sleeve patients overeat. • Plugging- Feeling that food has become stuck in their upper digestive tract or pouch. • Stretching- Regularly overeating will stretch your stomach more and more, making the surgery nearly futile.
Those with a BMI above 35 or 40 (extreme obesity), aged between 18 and 65, who have not been able to lose their weight by other non-surgical weight loss methods.
You don’t need to go for a gastric sleeve if: • Your BMI is normal (No morbid obesity) • You can lose weight via diet and exercise • You have a medical condition that doesn’t allow you to go for such surgeries.
It is better to consult a doctor for the best weight-loss procedure for you. We at Iran Medical Tours offer FREE CONSULTATION and suggest the best option for you on a professional medical basis.
In gastric bypass, a small pouch is created that bypasses the stomach and attaches to the intestine. While Sleeve gastrectomy is a procedure in which 75-80% of the stomach is removed. Click here to read more about the differences between gastric bypass and gastric sleeve.
No, it is not. Once a part of your stomach is removed, it cannot be reattached.
Patients lose around 60% of weight after 2 years of the operation, along with improvement in blood glucose levels.
Usually, you will experience mixed feelings, happy and excited about losing weight while frustrated due to changes in diet and lifestyle.
On average, it takes about 2-3 weeks for the incisions to heal and 6-8 weeks for the stomach staple line to heal.
Due to a reduction in the size of the stomach, it will hold less amount of food at a time, which will ultimately lead to weight loss.
Smoking increases the chances of sepsis in addition to wound and respiratory complications.
The recovery time usually takes 1 – 3 months depending on the patient’s circumstances and how much he or she carefully follows the doctor’s instructions.
You will have to normally stay in the hospital for 1 to 2 nights for post-op care and recovery.
You usually need to stay in Iran for about one week to 9 days for post-op checkups.
You are normally recommended to avoid driving for 2-4 days after surgery to allow the effects of the anesthetic and any post-operative analgesia to wear off.
It is recommended to have a soft, sugar-free, and light diet before resuming a regular diet. For more details & information, contact us.
Because the new stomach size will not be able to hold a lot of food or fluid at one time.