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Understanding the resection process in gastric sleeve surgery

Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, has become a popular and effective weight loss solution for individuals struggling with obesity. This surgical procedure involves the removal of a significant portion of the stomach, resulting in a sleeve-shaped stomach that is approximately the size and shape of a banana. While the overall procedure encompasses several critical steps, Mr Sanjay Agrawal will delve into the specifics of the resection process, highlighting its importance and impact on the surgery’s success.

What is a sleeve gastrectomy, and how is it performed?

What is a sleeve gastrectomy, who is the ideal candidate for the surgery, and can it aid long-term weight loss? Find out the answers to all of these questions and more in one of our latest articles below, as revered consultant bariatric, laparoscopic, and upper GI surgeon, Mr Sanjay Agrawal, provides us with an informative insight into sleeve gastrectomy surgery.

The gastric sleeve procedure: a popular weight loss surgery

Gastric sleeve surgery is just one of several weight loss surgical procedures. These are used to treat obesity when non-surgical measures haven’t worked. Mr Agrawal is a leading weight loss surgeon and, in this article, he explains why gastric sleeve surgery is the most common bariatric procedure, who’s eligible, the possible complications and how much weight you can expect to lose.

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