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Sleeve Gastrectomy

DEFINITION

Bariatric Surgery is a type of surgery done for weight loss in extremely obese people. Generally this surgery is done by modifying the normal size or pathway of the digestive system, especially the stomach. In the normal digestive system, the food goes into the stomach where it begins being digested, then passes to the small intestine (where nutrients are absorbed) then proceeds to the large intestine (where water is absorbed) then the waste products subsequently pass out of the bottom as stool. Sleeve gastrectomy involves removing one side of the stomach to leave behind a pouch roughly the size of a banana. The advantages of sleeve gastrectomy include that it is a relatively simple procedure. You should discuss the various types of weight loss options with your primary care physician and surgeon to find the best option for you.

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