What is sleeve gastrectomy surgery?
Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, is a surgical weight loss process.This procedure decreases the size of the stomach to encourage weight loss. This dramatic decrease in stomach size means the person can only consume about half a cup at a time and restricts the quantity of food that can be eaten, which in turn, lessen the calories that can be taken in, leading to weight loss.How does the sleeve gastrectomy surgery work?
- There is a reduction in stomach volume, causing people to feel full much quicker after the surgery.
- Hormonal changes such as reduced secretion of hunger hormones cause people to feel less hungry.
- Increased stomach motility, which allows food to pass the stomach and intestine quicker after surgery.