Gastric Sleeve Orange County
Explore Surgical Treatment of Obesity: Sleeve Gastrectomy
Obesity is a serious epidemic that threatens the mortality of millions of Americans. Being overweight puts individuals at risk for obesity-related health conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, and sleep apnea. The best way to reduce the risk of these conditions and enjoy a better quality of life is to lose excess weight safely and effectively. When diet and exercise fail to result in significant weight loss, some individuals must consider surgical intervention. Sleeve gastrectomy, otherwise known as gastric sleeve surgery, is one of the bariatric surgery options available at Lite & Smart DIMENSIONS™. Read on to learn more about gastric sleeve surgery, and contact our Orange County practice to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced bariatric surgeons.
About Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastric sleeve is a restrictive weight loss surgery that permanently reduces the size of the stomach. This limits the amount of food that the stomach can hold and lessens the sensation of hunger. During surgery, approximately 70 percent of the stomach is removed, leaving a small, banana-shaped stomach pouch and the intestines completely intact.
Gastric Sleeve Benefits
The gastric sleeve surgery produces rapid and safe weight loss in the months following surgery. When patients stick to a strict diet and exercise routine, they can lose a significant percentage of their excess weight and improve their obesity-related health conditions in as little as a year after their gastric sleeve procedure.
The procedure does not reroute the intestinal tract as some other bariatric surgeries do. This is a benefit that diminishes the chance of malabsorption or other nutritional deficiencies that bariatric surgery patients can experience. Gastric sleeve surgery is a good option for patients who don’t feel comfortable having a band or other medical device implanted in their bodies. In most cases, the surgery can be performed laparoscopically, which is a less invasive technique than traditional open surgery, leading to reduced scarring, less risk of complications, and faster recovery.
If you’re interested in discussing the advantages of gastric sleeve surgery over its alternatives, contact an Orange County bariatric surgeon at Lite & Smart DIMENSIONS™, serving Los Angeles and the nearby areas.
Gastric Sleeve Risks
Though gastric sleeve is widely regarded as a safe and effective weight loss surgery, there are some risks involved with the procedure. The stomach pouch may stretch or expand over time, in some cases causing the weight loss that has been achieved to reverse. The actual “sleeve” of the stomach may narrow or constrict, causing complications like frequent vomiting after meals. The procedure is not reversible. As with other surgical procedures, there is a risk of complications such as hernia, wound infection, and blood clots. We advise bariatric surgery patients to discuss all risks and potential complications of the gastric sleeve procedure with a knowledgeable surgeon.
Gastric Sleeve Costs
The best way to calculate the cost of sleeve gastrectomy surgery is to meet with a bariatric surgeon. Several factors affect the price of the surgery, and these are best discussed on a case-to-case basis.
Contact Lite & Smart DIMENSIONS™
If you’d like to learn more about the risks, benefits, or costs of gastric sleeve surgery, we invite you to contact the Orange County office of Lite & Smart DIMENSIONS™, serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas. One of our surgeons would be happy to meet with you during a consultation to discuss all aspects of the bariatric surgery.
Contact Lite & Smart DIMENSIONS™ today to learn how you or a loved can benefit from gastric bypass surgery. We help patients from Los Angeles, Orange County, as well as U.S. and international patients, to overcome obesity.
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Lite & Smart DIMENSIONS™
18111 Brookhurst St. #5600
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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866-731-1235
