Gastric Sleeve Surgery

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More than 25,000 successful Bariatric surgeries More than 14,000 successful gastric sleeve surgeries

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How can I lose weight by surgery?

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We have two different kinds of surgeries which help you lose weight by shrinking the stomach size thus reducing absorbed calories. One of them is gastric banding or lap band surgery which limits the stomach size and the other one is gastric bypass which does both.

What are the complications of bariatric surgery? How threatening are these conditions?

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The surgery complications depend on surgeon’s expertise and the instruments used during the surgery. However, bleeding and leakage are the major complications that there is no concern if the surgeon is an expert. Dr. Anbara has performed Sleeve Gastrectomy surgery more than a thousand times; meanwhile, only six patients have experienced minor complications which were resolved swiftly and with care post operation.

Is it possible to gain weight after bariatric surgery?

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if the surgery is done properly and the patient adheres to the postoperative diet, the obesity will not return.

How long does it take to be slim after bariatric surgery (i.e. weight loss surgery)?

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You will lose 10 to 15 percent of your weight through the first month. And 30% will be lost within three to six months. However, weight loss may last for up to two years.

Is there any risk associated with revision bariatric surgery?

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As any other surgery, revision surgery is associated with some risks and issues such as infection, gastrointestinal leakage, bleeding or even longer hospital stay or recovery time.

What should I eat before bariatric surgery?

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You should spread your meals and drinks throughout the day, drink at least 2 liters of fluid every day (in hot weather try to drink more), decrease sugary and high carbohydrate foods, stop smoking, avoid drinking alcohol and take a daily multivitamin and mineral tablet.

When can I start eating after bariatric surgery?

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Immediately after the bariatric surgery, you can only have a liquid diet, then you can add clear liquids to your diets. Next step, you can add pureed foods to your diet including protein based foods. In the next phase, you can begin to eat more solid foods about three months after the surgery.

How dangerous is Bariatric Surgery?

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There are some risks and complications associated with bariatric surgery, as any other surgical procedure such as bleeding, infection, anesthesia risks, blockage or leaks in the bowels.

Is there any age limit for weight loss surgery?

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Although there is no age limitation for having bariatric surgery, the procedure is too risky for teenagers and older adults.

Is there any risk associated with revision bariatric surgery?

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As any other surgery, revision surgery is associated with some risks and issues such as infection, gastrointestinal leakage, bleeding or even longer hospital stay or recovery time.

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Dr. TahaAnbara holds board certification of general surgery from University of Tehran and is a specialist in advanced general and laparoscopic surgery. He has been operating in the field of bariatric, laparoscopic, and other types of surgeries for many years in Tehran. He was honored at the International Laparoscopic Congress in Brussels. MIC degree from the United States,...

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