Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Pakistan
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Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy in Pakistan
Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) or gastric sleeve surgery, is a surgical procedure performed to aid weight loss in individuals with obesity. It involves reducing the size of the stomach to restrict food intake. Sleeve gastrectomy is considered a safe and effective weight loss surgery option for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) above 40 or a BMI above 35 with obesity-related health conditions. After the surgery, patients experience significant weight loss over time. They need to follow a modified diet plan and make lifestyle changes to ensure long-term success.
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure
Sleeve gastrectomy involves removing the outer wall of the stomach that produces obesity stimulating hormones. During the procedure, small incisions are made in the abdomen. These incisions are less than an inch. A laparoscope is inserted, which is a long, thin tube with a camera at the end, along with other surgical instruments. The surgeon then removes approximately 75-85% of the stomach, creating a smaller “sleeve-shaped” stomach pouch. Once the surgical area is inspected and confirmed to be intact, the instruments are removed, and the incisions are closed.
After the procedure, patients are closely monitored in a recovery area before being transferred to a hospital room. This approach offers several advantages, including shorter recovery time, reduced scarring, and a lower risk of complications compared to traditional open surgery.
Sleeve gastrectomy works through two main mechanisms: restriction and hormonal changes. By reducing the size of the stomach, the procedure restricts the amount of food that can be consumed at one time, leading to a reduced calorie intake. Additionally, the part of the stomach that produces the hunger hormone ghrelin is removed, helping to control appetite and reduce cravings. At ALSA Pakistan, Dr. Tahir Yunus performs sleeve gastrectomy with exceptional efficiency, ensuring successful outcomes and minimal complications.
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gastric sleeve surgery benefits | ALSA
Sleeve gastrectomy offers numerous benefits and helps reduce the risk of serious weight-related health issues that can be life threatening and improve the quality of life significantly. These include:
- 1Sleeve gastrectomy can lead to significant and sustainable weight loss.
- 2Improves mental health
- 3Reduced joint pain
- 4It helps control type 2-diabetes by 60%.
- 5Reduced medication dependance
- 6It is performed as a standalone procedure, and also it offers the opportunity to do any other weight loss procedure later on such as SADI or gastric bypass if the patient wants to lose more weight.
- 7It does not increase the risk of kidney stones in patients who are at high risk of developing kidney stones.
- 8Lowers the risk of high blood pressure, cancer, and heart diseases.
- 9Reduced risk of obesity related diseases.
- 10It is a very quick and short procedure, and has a short anesthesia time. It helps the patients who are at high risk for surgery and cannot tolerate high anesthesia time.
- 11Patients with very high BMI (i.e. 60, 70), are at high risk for anesthesia complications. Sleeve gastrectomy shortens the amount of anesthesia time required and gives these patients the opportunity to lose weight and get out of the danger zone.
- 12Improves obesity related infertility
- 13Sleeve gastrectomy improves metabolic health and can result in improved insulin resistance, blood sugar control, and lipid profiles.
- 14Sleeve gastrectomy is a simple and straightforward surgical procedure without the need for rerouting or reconnecting the intestines.
Why choose ALSA Pakistan for sleeve gastrectomy?
ALSA Pakistan is well known for its high success rate in bariatric surgeries. We believe in notable transformation in patients' lives in terms of their weight goals and quality of life. The following description can explain why you choose ALSA for your sleeve gastrectomy.
Years of Expertise
Backed by years of experience, our efficient sleeve gastrectomy helps us acquire lasting results, a pleasurable life, and a good health status.
American Standards
Our visionary weight loss surgeon, Dr Tahir Yunus, is committed to providing the best of everything to his patients. The introduction of the latest American standards explains the claim. We follow their clinical strategies to deliver the procedures to the highest of their standards.
Personalization
Every individual responds to any medical procedure differently. Hence, our treatment plans are personalized and research-based regarding the patient's medical history, future goals, and current health status.
Encouraging reviews
Our happy patients express their gratitude through their positive feedback, which proves what we are delivering. Dr. Tahir Yunus is passionate about serving the people of their home country. Thus, visiting ALSA Pakistan is an opportunity to benefit yourself with the broad experience and skills of our internationally trained specialists.
About Doctor
Dr Tahir Yunus is a familiar name for competency and experience in weight loss surgeries. He founded ALSA Pakistan as a result of his kind emotion of benefiting people struggling with weight loss. His brief introduction is given here.
- Education and Certification: Dr Tahir Yunus is a medical graduate from King Edward Medical University Lahore. He traveled to the United States of America to complete training in general surgery. The journey continued, and he got a certification from the American Board of Surgery. At the University of California San Francisco, a fellowship training in advanced laparoscopic, bariatric, and upper gastrointestinal surgery even polished his skills and expertise.
- Experience: Our renowned surgeon, Dr Tahir Yunus, has comprehensive experience of years. He served as a consultant surgeon in Saudi Arabia for an extended period of ten years. Thus, for more than a decade, people have benefited from the deep understanding and highly professional skills of our surgeon.
- Achievements: The American Board of obesity medicine certification was his biggest achievement. He remained the chairman of surgery at the International Medical Center Hospital, Jeddah- Saudi Arabia.
What qualifies you for Sleeve Gastrectomy?
Most patients find sleeve gastrectomy helpful for weight reduction. Yet, some people cannot benefit from it. If an individual fighting obesity does not find dietary changes and exercise fruitful, then bariatric surgery is the ultimate choice. However, to qualify for sleeve gastrectomy, the general requirements are:
- Body Mass Index: Individuals with a body mass index higher than 35 can consider the operation. If someone is suffering from obesity-related health conditions such as high blood pressure, sleeve gastrectomy is a viable option for you.
- Age: People between 18 and 65 can decide to undergo sleeve gastrectomy. The rest of the age groups may face higher risk of complications.
- No underlying medical issues: The preexistence of health issues such as severe heart problems or type 2 diabetes makes surgery risky. Thus, the suitable candidates are those who have better health status.
- Good mental health: A good mental health status contributes to setting realistic goals and coping with the possible complications of surgery. Hence, mentally stable and healthy candidates are eligible.
Results, Recovery Time and Post-Diet
- Sleeve gastrectomy is an excellent surgical procedure for weight loss. The technique does not allow high food intake. Hence, patients achieve long-term success in weight loss. Patients frequently experience better energy, mobility, and general well-being in addition to physical transformation.
- Recovery: Time and proper recovery after sleeve gastrectomy have a significant impact on its results. This recovery period typically lasts several weeks. Effective strategies to promote rehabilitation include rest and progressive activity. In a few days, light activities can be resumed. To track progress and guarantee a speedy recovery, it is essential to stick to physician advice and keep follow-up appointments.
- Post diet: After the surgery, diet is directly associated with the outcomes and their longevity. At the start, clear liquids remain suitable. Further, the diet plan gradually moves on to soft meals, pureed foods, and finally, a fully solid diet. In the long run, meals high in protein and drinking enough water are some beneficial adaptations. Moreover, saying goodbye to sugary foods and engaging in mindful eating makes lasting weight management convenient.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does It Take To Recover From Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy?
After Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy it will take you around 2 to 3 weeks to recover from that fully.
What Are The Benefits Of Gastric Sleeve Gastrectomy?
After Gastric sleeve gastrectomy many people reversed the sign of diabetes and also get to lose so much of extra weight.
What is Visceral Fat?
Visceral fat is the fat surrounding or deposited within body organs such as the heart, lungs, liver and pancreas. They are directly linked to development of disease conditions such as high blood pressure, elevated triglycerides, insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes and even shortness of breath.
How much weight loss occurs after sleeve gastrectomy?
Sleeve gastrectomy offers 25% weight loss. Lifestyle modification with this procedure offers an additional 5% weight loss and adding medicines can boost it by 10%.
So, in total, 40% of weight loss can occur with this procedure in conjunction with lifestyle changes and medicines.
How Much Weight Will You Lose After The Gastric Sleeve Gastrectomy?
Patient will lose around 65-70% weight after this surgical procedure.
What Are The Types Of Body Fat?
Body fat is mainly of two types: subcutaneous or under the skin and visceral fat which is surrounding the body organs. Visceral fat has been implicated to cause a lot of diseases that are associated with obesity. Subcutaneous fat produces estrogen which can affect the ovarian cycles and lead to infertility.
What are the downsides of sleeve gastrectomy?
It can increase the risk of acid reflux, especially if someone already have hiatal hernia or swelling in their lower food pipe. Gastric bypass procedure is recommended in these people.
There is a 20% chance for some weight regain after five years. Especially in people with stress related eating disorder or high calorie food eating preferences. The amount of weight regain varies; it can be 5%, 10% or so, depending upon the patient.
