The sleeve gastrectomy or "sleeve " is a technique through which the surgeon removes two-thirds of the stomach in length.
The technique of "staples" creates a smaller tank by stapling part of the stomach. Result: less food coming in the intestines to be absorbed by the body. Moreover, the section of the upper part of the stomach eliminate the production of a hunger hormone: ghrelin.
This procedure allows a reduction of 70% of excess weight over a period of 12 to 18 months. She also has a role in the treatment of diabetes. It is proposed for morbid obesity with BMI over 40 and patients over 35 years.
Its advantage compared to the ring is the absence of foreign dependence and tightening-loosening of the case.
There is a risk of fistula ie dropping a clip: This complication is treated promptly and adequately.
Our team has successfully more than 700 sleeve, with an average hospitalization stay of 4 days.
