Gastric Sleeve Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric sleeve gastrectomy, also known as gastric bypass, is an invasive surgical weight loss method in which a large part of the small intestine is removed and in its place is constructing a tube or small pouch-like structure to be able to absorb stomach fat. The result is usually a balloon-like tube or pouch-like structure that extends through a small incision in the lower end of the small intestine. As the body absorbs excess stomach fat and begins to use this new tube, weight loss typically occurs over several weeks. See gastric sleeve
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Although this type of medical procedure has become a popular method of reducing the amount of excess stomach fat, it can lead to many side effects. These include: infection, bruising, bowel obstruction, and loss of sensation in the intestine. Furthermore, if the sleeve is not treated quickly enough, the patient may experience scarring after the sleeve has been removed, which can lead to permanent scarring on other areas of the body.
Gastric surgery is often the last resort after unsuccessful dieting attempts, because the body often adjusts quickly to any changes that are made to the abdominal area. In fact, a few patients may experience temporary relief from symptoms right after the surgery. However, this relief is often temporary and only lasts for a few days or weeks, not long enough for a person to lose the excess stomach fat. In some cases, people may also experience increased stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Because of these side effects, it is very important to have your doctor examine you carefully before undergoing gastric surgery to make sure that it is safe for you to do so.
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When gastric bypass surgery is performed, a gastric sleeve is used to replace the part of the small intestine that was removed. This sleeve is made up of two layers - the inner layer and the outer layer. Each layer has a different purpose, including making sure that the food does not ferment in the stomach, and that gastric acids and stomach waste do not mix in the small intestine. A bandage is placed over the stomach to support it while it is under the operation, to protect the incision, and the inner layer of tissue is sutured into place to keep the stomach closed while the outer layer is left exposed to the patient's skin. View weight loss surgery
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After the sleeve is placed over the small intestine, an incision is made near the navel to allow the surgeon to cut through the skin and remove the remaining tissue of the small intestine, which will be sutured into place in the sleeve. The end result will be a larger intestine. As the patient regains his or her full stomach capacity, the excess stomach fat will eventually be eliminated from the abdomen through this sleeve. It is important that any leftover food not be swallowed, because this will cause infection. If the stomach lining is irritated, the patient might experience nausea, chest pains, fever, and vomiting.
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This invasive procedure should be completed only when the doctor believes that it is absolutely necessary and will not cause further damage to the stomach, other organs, or the patient's body. Gastric bypass surgery should only be performed on someone who has tried to lose weight with dietary changes and exercise and has no history of complications with stomach problems. Patients should be monitored closely after the procedure to ensure that they are not gaining or losing weight too quickly. Before undergoing gastric bypass, a patient should have all tests and examinations to check for infections, any underlying medical conditions, and any bleeding complications.
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