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The gastric sleeve is the most modern weight loss surgery. Although not every surgery fits every patient the advantages are clear, if you qualify for a gastric sleeve surgery. gastric sleeve works by reducing food absorption and curbing regular hunger signals. Several advantages both related to health and lifestyle changes post gastric sleeve commonly associated with gastric sleeve include: Less expensive surgery, less dumping, fewer complications and it is a single surgery with no standard adjustments post surgery.

How Does The Gastric Sleeve Compare to Other Gastric Surgeries?

The differences from other forms of bariatric surgery, the stomach outlet valve to the the stomach remain functional. Even though the size of the stomach in surgically reduced and eating and appetite are greatly diminished, ALL OF THE STOMACHS VITAL FUNCTIONS ARE COMPLETELY INTACT.

Since the stomach functions exactly as before gastric sleeve surgery, you are free to eat what foods you enjoy, only you will eat less of them. The removal of a large part of the stomach has the very distinct added effect of eliminating the hormones produced that trigger hunger. Basically you have greatly reduced level of the desire to eat. Add the benefit for some patients that don't like the idea of a foreign device like a lap band put in their body and you can see how the sleeve surgery is a great option to get your weight and health back on track. Read More about Gastric Sleeve