What is Endoscopic Sleeve?
The Endoscopic Sleeve, also known as Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG), stands as a pivotal advancement in the realm of minimally invasive bariatric procedures. Employing internal suturing techniques effectively diminishes stomach size, akin to the outcomes of surgical sleeve gastrectomy. This nonsurgical approach offers a promising avenue for individuals seeking substantial weight loss and enhancements in their overall health.
Moreover, the procedure's minimally invasive nature underscores its appeal, as it circumvents the complexities and risks associated with traditional surgical interventions. Through precise internal suturing, ESG facilitates significant weight reduction and fosters improved metabolic health, rendering it a valuable option in the spectrum of weight management strategies.
How does it Work?
The endoscopic stomach-sewing procedure, performed without the need for any external incisions, represents a significant advancement in minimally invasive bariatric interventions. Conducted under anesthesia, the procedure typically lasts between 1 to 1.5 hours, with patients requiring only a short hospital stay of about 1 day. Through the insertion of an endoscope, equipped with a camera and a suturing device, into the stomach via the throat, the surgeon marks the orientation of the stomach to guide the procedure. Subsequently, 5 to 8 sutures are tightly placed to reduce the horizontal diameter and vertically shorten the length of the stomach from within, resulting in a remarkable 70% reduction in its volume.
The endoscopic stomach-sewing procedure, performed without the need for any external incisions, represents a significant advancement in minimally invasive bariatric interventions. Conducted under anesthesia, the procedure typically lasts between 1 to 1.5 hours, with patients requiring only a short hospital stay of about 1 day.
Through the insertion of an endoscope, equipped with a camera and a suturing device, into the stomach via the throat, the surgeon marks the orientation of the stomach to guide the procedure. Subsequently, 5 to 8 sutures are tightly placed to reduce the horizontal diameter and vertically shorten the length of the stomach from within, resulting in a remarkable 70% reduction in its volume.
SLEEVE GASTROPLASTY (ENDOSCOPIC) Vs GASTRIC SLEEVE (LAPAROSCOPIC)
The endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, a minimally invasive procedure, typically leads to around 15% weight loss, which is less effective compared to the more invasive laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, which can result in up to a 35% weight reduction. One advantage of the endoscopic method is its reversibility – the sutures used to reduce stomach size can loosen over time, allowing the stomach to return to its original shape and size based on eating habits. This approach is considered safer and less invasive than traditional bariatric surgery, as it doesn't alter the natural digestion process.
The process to get you started on your weight loss journey
Non - Surgical Approaches
Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is essential for overall well-being.
While weight loss journeys vary from person to person, there are numerous safe and effective methods available, both surgical and nonsurgical.
Here, we explore different approaches to healthy weight loss.
Surgical Weight Loss
Gastric Sleeve
Gastric sleeve surgery, or sleeve gastrectomy, is a widely favoured, minimally invasive weight loss solution. Removing a significant part of the stomach forms a smaller, banana-shaped stomach, curbing food intake, aiding weight loss, and enhancing health in cases of moderate to severe obesity.
Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass, a proven weight loss approach, forms a small stomach pouch and redirects the small intestine. While more invasive than the gastric sleeve, it effectively induces weight loss and improves health conditions, demanding rigorous post-surgery dietary adherence for optimal outcomes.
Mini Gastric Bypass
The mini gastric bypass streamlines the traditional process, establishing a smaller stomach pouch directly linked to the small intestine. Balancing effectiveness and invasiveness, it delivers substantial weight loss and health benefits, demanding lifelong dietary adherence for success, making it a preferred choice.
Duodenal Switch
The duodenal switch, a preferred weight loss surgery for severe obesity, involves stomach reduction and small intestine rearrangement to limit calorie absorption, leading to significant weight loss. Despite its effectiveness, careful dietary management is crucial, making it suitable for those unsuccessful with other treatments.
FAQs
Obesity surgeries are evaluated based on body mass index, previous surgeries, previous medical history, amount of weight loss desired as well as financial implication – are the variables that help determine this.
It is dependent on an individual’s body mass index (BMI) and the presence of any co-morbidities. You may qualify for surgery if you have a BMI of 40 or greater, or if your BMI is at least 35 with other obesity-related health problems e.g. diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and sleep apnea.
Usually 1-4 days of stay in the hospital. Problems that may occur during the preoperative evaluation and postoperative recovery period may determine this period.
Communication with your team and following your doctor’s instructions can prevent majority of the complications. Some include – dumping syndrome, dehydration, and nutrient deficiencies but can be avoided if the correct diet is followed and supplements.
We will transition you from liquid diet to solid diet gradually. High carb, sugary fluids and generally junk meals are to be reduced or completely avoided for better results, minimal side effects and sustainability of weight loss
After leaving the hospital, heavy activities should be reduced. The patient should not lift heavy loads for about 6 weeks.
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