Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery

This is a new restrictive procedure. In this surgical procedure, about 4/5 of the stomach is removed, leaving a narrow tube or “sleeve.” The intestines are not rearranged or bypassed as they are in the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery. This procedure greatly reduces the size of the stomach and amount of food you can eat. After this procedure, the stomach will be about the size of a banana (about 2.5-3.0 ounces). Sleeve gastrectomy also typically results in decreased hunger sensations due to hormonal changes from removal of the lateral stomach. Food will still be absorbed normally in the intestines. Some behaviors will need to be modified in order to achieve and maintain weight loss. This includes how much and what you eat.

Laparoscopic mini-gastric bypass is a surgical procedure for weight loss. It is intended to assist individuals in overcoming obesity. The procedure modifies the digestive system to facilitate weight loss. The operation is performed using a minimally invasive method. Surgeons cut a couple of small holes in the stomach. A small camera and surgical instruments direct the procedure. The surgery shrinks the stomach. It also forms a new passage from the stomach to the small intestine. This reduces food consumption and calorie absorption. The operation is less invasive compared to open surgery. It is associated with quick recovery and minimal pain. Patients describe a substantial enhancement in the quality of life. The operation is done with multiple small cuts. The laparoscope provides the surgeon with an enlarged view of the field of operation. Specialised instruments are employed to make accurate cuts and stitches. The operation bypasses big cuts, minimising tissue trauma. It is less painful and has fewer complications than open surgery. Surgeons find this technique efficient and reliable. It is a tested and safe technique for patients with obesity problems.

Roux-en-Y Gastric bypass is a surgical procedure that makes the stomach smaller and causes food to bypass some of the small intestine. The smaller stomach reduces the amount of food you can eat (restrictive) and the intestinal bypass reduces the amount of food and nutrients your body absorbs from meals (malabsorption). An average stomach is able to hold about 40 ounces of food. After this procedure, your new stomach “pouch” will only be able to handle about 2 ounces of food at a time.

A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a plastic surgery procedure that firms, flattens and smooths your abdomen. A plastic surgeon will remove excess fat and skin and tighten muscles in your abdominal wall. Your plastic surgeon may also use liposuction to improve your results. A tummy tuck isn’t a weight loss solution, but it can help you get the look you want after changes to your body size.