Comprehensive Guide to Sleeve Gastrectomy: Transforming Lives at Antalya Health
Obesity has emerged as a significant health challenge worldwide, contributing to a range of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and sleep apnea. While lifestyle modifications and medical therapies offer some relief, they often fall short for individuals with morbid obesity. For these patients, sleeve gastrectomy has become an increasingly popular and effective surgical solution, providing long-term weight loss and improved health outcomes. At Antalya Health, a premier Medical Center specializing in Health & Medical and Medical Spas, the team offers expert, personalized sleeve gastrectomy procedures designed to help you regain control over your health and happiness.
What is Sleeve Gastrectomy?
Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy or simply gastric sleeve surgery, is a minimally invasive bariatric procedure focusing on reducing the size of the stomach. The surgery involves removing approximately 80% of the stomach, transforming it into a narrow, tube-shaped structure resembling a sleeve. This significant reduction in stomach volume limits food intake, promoting early satiety and drastically reducing hunger hormones such as ghrelin.
This procedure not only facilitates substantial weight loss but also has positive metabolic effects, often leading to remission of type 2 diabetes, improved lipid profiles, and reduced cardiovascular risk factors.
The Science and Mechanics Behind Sleeve Gastrectomy
The success of sleeve gastrectomy lies in its dual mechanism:
- Restrictive effect: The reduced stomach capacity limits the amount of food a person can consume at one time, typically to about 150-200 ml initially, which gradually stretches but remains significantly smaller than a normal stomach.
- Hormonal changes: The removal of the part of the stomach that produces ghrelin decreases hunger sensations, helping patients to adhere to their dietary plans and maintain weight loss.
Moreover, sleeve gastrectomy does not involve rerouting or bypassing the intestines, making it safer with fewer nutritional deficiencies compared to other bariatric surgeries like gastric bypass.
Advantages of Sleeve Gastrectomy at Antalya Health
Choosing Antalya Health for your sleeve gastrectomy offers numerous benefits:
- Expert Medical Team: Our surgeons are highly experienced in minimally invasive bariatric procedures, ensuring safety and optimal outcomes.
- Comprehensive Pre-Operative Assessment: We conduct thorough medical evaluations to determine candidacy and tailor the procedure to individual needs.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our advanced laparoscopic surgical suites provide a comfortable and sterile environment for your procedure.
- Multidisciplinary Support: Beyond surgery, our team offers nutritional counseling, psychological support, and post-operative management to maximize success.
- Affordable and Transparent Pricing: We pride ourselves on providing high-quality care with clear, competitive pricing and comprehensive packages.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Sleeve Gastrectomy?
Sleeve gastrectomy is suitable for individuals who:
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher (or 35 or higher with obesity-related comorbidities such as diabetes or hypertension).
- Have attempted other weight loss methods without sustained success.
- Are committed to making lifelong lifestyle and dietary changes.
- Do not have severe medical conditions that increase surgical risks.
- Are motivated to improve their overall health, quality of life, and longevity.
During consultation at Antalya Health, our specialists evaluate each patient's medical history, lifestyle, and goals to determine candidacy and develop personalized treatment plans.
The Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure: What to Expect?
Pre-Operative Preparation
Preparation involves dietary modifications, fasting, and cessation of certain medications as directed by your medical team. Psychological evaluation and nutritional counseling are integral parts of preoperative planning to ensure psychological readiness and understanding of postoperative commitments.
The Surgical Process
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