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The laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a bariatric procedure in which the surgeon removes approximately 85% of the stomach, shaping the remaining stomach into a tube or “sleeve”. It can be used as a first stage operation prior to a gastric bypass or as a definite procedure.
What are the advantages of the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy?
During the laparoscopic gastric sleeve the nerves of the stomach and the outlet valve (pylorus) are not altered, preserving the function of the stomach. Other advantages:
How is the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy performed?
In the laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy the stomach is divided along its vertical length in order to create a slender pouch. The excess stomach is removed. The purpose is to limit the amount of food ingested at any give time (restrictive operation), without altering the normal absorption of the vitamins and minerals.
How is a laparoscopic procedure performed?
Just like for the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and the adjustable gastric band, the procedure is conducted in a minimally invasive fashion thru several small incisions (laparoscopically). As in the laparoscopic gastric bypass, harmless gas, camera (laparoscope) and instruments are utilized.
Who is a good candidate for this procedure?
The procedure is particularly indicated for patients who are at high medical risk for bypass procedures, have very high BMI, or complex surgical history. Patients interested in the gastric banding procedure may also want to consider the sleeve gastrectomy to avoid the potential risks of a foreign body.
Why come to the University of Maryland Medical Center?
The UM Center for Weight Management and Wellness is led by our bariatric surgeons, Dr. Mark Kligman (director of the UM Center for Weight Management and Wellness) and Dr. Emanuele Lo Menzo. Both are experts in minimally invasive weight loss surgical procedures. Between them, they have performed more than 700 weight loss procedures with an outstanding success rate and an extremely low complication rate.
At the University of Maryland Center for Weight Management & Wellness, patients benefit from our multidisciplinary approach to weight loss. We are strong believers that the surgery is just the beginning of the process, and that lifestyle changes are really required for long-term successful weight maintenance. Our experts are committed to ensuring that patients receive the tools they need to achieve and maintain weight loss.
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