Why is Gastric Sleeve Surgery better than others?

There are a whole lot of weight loss procedures out there but most of the obese people seeking treatment prefer to go for a safe approach in which no foreign instruments need to be put in the physique and hence, no infections or any other kind of severe troubles may occur.

The most minimally invasive of all these procedures is perhaps, gastric sleeve gastrectomy. In fact, people who have a high BMI or Body Mass Index will find gastric sleeve a better approach than the other procedures. This procedure is generally recommended for people who have a BMI between 30-60. You will not have to be concerned regarding the dangers which are generally related to other weight reduction surgeries, so as a whole it can be considered to be significantly safer in general. People who have specific well being challenges like high blood pressure, diabetes, or substantial cholesterol will also have the ability to benefit from this process with minimum risks.

How is Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve done?

In this procedure, a Bariatric sleeve surgeon removes about 85 percent of the stomach so that it takes the shape of a tube or sleeve. This operation is performed laparoscopically, meaning that the surgeon makes small incisions as opposed to one large incision. He or she inserts a viewing tube with a small camera (laparoscope) and other tiny instruments into these small incisions to remove part of the stomach. The tube-shaped stomach that is left is sealed closed with staples. This procedure is new and gaining popularity because of the amazing results in terms of weight loss and their health improvements.

This procedure not only offers less complications but also offers less risks, less scars, less pain and a quicker recovery than any other form of obesity surgery.

Hospital Jerusalem has very experienced laparoscopic surgeons. They have performed thousands of laparoscopic procedures, hundreds of Bariatric procedures. Other surgeries like face lifts, gastric bypass, knee replacement, hip replacement etc. are also performed here. Since the sleeve procedure is relatively a new procedure you will want to make sure you have a surgeon that is experienced in Bariatrics. Our surgeons are experts in this field.

It's important to remember that sleeve gastrectomy really should not be viewed as an finish all cure for people who are struggling with their body weight, but relatively a stepping stone to obtaining within the route to being thin and wholesome. A good deal of the unique men and women can benefit from this kind of surgical procedure, which includes those who have been struggling with their weight for a long time simply because nothing they've attempted within the past has labored. You will discover certain people today who've hormonal imbalances in the body which make it incredibly hard to slim down; sleeve gastrectomy could be a great solution for this trouble and help people today who're overweight to get their health underneath manage.

Comparing the Lap Band with the other weight loss techniques

If someone guessed what is the most recurring thought of an obese person, it would be that if only I could eat less, I would have a slimmer body. Well, now a days wishes don’t come true but there have been remarkable advancements in medical science that can grant the obese people this wish. Some of these advancements are the Lap Band surgery, Sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric bypass etc. This surgery limits the amount of food that one eats by making you feel full earlier.

Lap band surgery is the least invasive procedure for weight loss today and it doesn’t involve any kind of metal stapling or amputing of body parts unlike gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. In fact, the whole procedure is performed laparoscopically. What that means is that small incisions are made in the abdomen and then the gastric band is placed around the stomach  through these incisions. A surgeon uses a camera to place the band.

Let’s have a better look on the procedures of gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy and lap band understand their differences more clearly. Let’s start with the gastric bypass.

Gastric bypass

1.    This may be performed openly or laparoscopically.

2.    The stomach is cut and rerouting of the intestines is done to improve the digestion.

3.    It is an irreversible process.

4.    The rate of complications is about 24%.

5.    The reoperation rate is 6%.

Sleeve gastrectomy

1.    This procedure is performed laparoscopically.

2.    In this procedure, almost 80% of the stomach is amputed.

3.    It is also an irreversible process.

4.    The rate of complications is about 18%.

5.    The reoperation rate is 3%.

Lap band

1.    This procedure is performed laparoscopically.

2.    No amputing or cutting is done.

3.    It is a reversible process.

4.    The rate of complications is 6%.

5.    The reoperation rate is 1%.

Also, whereas the gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy may take up to three days in the hospital, Lap band takes hardly one hour to perform.

The best candidates for the lap band surgery are the persons who have a BMI of 40 kg per meter square or a BMI of 30 kg per meter square with one or more obesity related conditions. It is only  indicated for persons who have tried other weight loss techniques like supervised diet, exercise etc. and failed. Also, if they choose to go for it they have to make significant changes in their eating habits for the rest of their lives.

There is no disregarding the fact that the Lap band is a fairly simple and less problematic surgery. Also, it is not a very pricey surgery. The average lap band cost is estimated to be $14,000. Also, you can directly pay through cash without going through the hassle of an insurance company. If you fulfill the basic requirements for the lap band surgery, you can have the surgery done as soon as your surgeon can give you an appointment. And if you are getting an insurance done then the lap band surgery cost may also cover the nutritionist costs and lap band fills.So, all in all, it is a win- win situation for the obese.

Hospital Jerusalem is the leading expert for Bariatric solutions and the only accredited hospital with an official medical tourism certificate issued by the state of Baja California. Tummy tuck, Lap Band,  Gastric bypass etc. are some of the procedures that are performed at Hospital Jerusalem.

Should you really consider going for Gastric Bypass?

Unlike many weight loss procedures, Gastric Bypass doesn’t make you lose weight immediately. It’s a slow process and it may also lead to many more issues. It involves cutting and stapling of both the stomach and bowels. What this does is decrease the size of the stomach so that the individual feels fuller more quickly, therefore less food is eaten, and theoretically, weight will be lost.

Gastric Bypass Surgery is a very invasive process. This is a  very drastic operation and you should not get it done until all other means of weight loss have failed for you.  Additionally, only patients who meet particular criteria are considered for the operation. Your weight and body mass index must pass a certain threshold and your obesity must cause or exacerbate health issues.

Advantages

1.    Your high blood pressure problem could reduce to a great extent. It is found that about 60% or more patients were able to go off medication after their weight loss treatment using this  surgery.

2.    Your cholesterol levels may return to normal within a few months post gastric bypass.

3.    Patients with heart disease have a lower risk of getting affected by any serious illness.

4.    Diabetes Type 2 patients may require less medication and may be able have the diabetes under control.

5.    If you were slightly diabetic, you may be completely cured of it.

6.    Probability of reduced asthma attacks.

7.    Better functioning of the respiratory tract.

8.     Relief from Acid Reflux or acidity.


Disadvantages

1.    If you were an alcohol drinker prior to your surgery, you may develop and addiction for it after gastric bypass surgery.

2.    In some cases, patients develop UTI or Urinary Tract Infection where bacteria builds up in the urinary tract causing infection.

3.    Bowel Obstruction: A section of the bowel (intestine) gets blocked making it hard for the stool to pass.

4.    You may face nutritional deficiencies: protein, vitamin and mineral deficiencies.

5.    Some patients have Nausea related problems a few months after the surgery.

6.    A few patients develop intolerance towards milk and dairy product and also red meat.

7.    Irregular Bowel Habits are common till the patient gets used to the new digestive system.

8.    Some patients have reported hair loss problems due to the surgical procedure.


The  gastric bypass costs include fees for the consulting nutritionist, the surgeons fees, anesthesia expenses, hospital charges, cost of various Medical tests . Whenever you are trying to determine the actual gastric bypass price, remember when you self pay and are either using a private lender of the hospital payment plans, always include the finance charges and all the charges that you would be paying directly.

Hospital Jerusalem offers you the latest innovations in weight loss surgery like lap-band,gastric sleeve etc and has a team of specialists that includes  experienced Bariatric surgeons, nurses,  registered dietitian, and other medical professionals to provide patients with expert care before and after weight loss surgery.