Gastric sleeve surgery

Sleeve gastrectomy 
Sleeve gastrectomy is a surgical procedure in which most of the stomach is removed and a 100-150 ml gastric tube is placed instead. During the procedure, a certain part of the stomach is surgically removed and a tube-shaped stomach (in the shape of a banana) is inserted. In addition, since the part of the stomach that secretes hunger hormone is removed, the feeling of hunger in the patient decreases. In other words, the feeling that the stomach is full prevents overeating. Gastric sleeve surgery is restrictive, and the absorption of nutrients is not impaired by this method. Since the absorption of food continues in the same way, the patient does not need to take vitamin or mineral supplements. The application of the sleeve gastrectomy method is relatively easier than other types of bariatric surgery. The success of sleeve gastrectomy surgery is permanent; however, it is of great importance that this method is applied to the right people. Patients should be seen by a dietitian before and after the surgical procedure. The duty of the dietitian here is to prescribe the appropriate food to the patients. Radiologic control should be done within 24 to 48 hours after the operation. This application is a radiological examination that reveals whether there are complications after the surgery. It should not be forgotten that gastric sleeve operation and its aftermath require close doctor follow-up.