Short answer: yes, but maybe not in the way most patients imagine. Many bariatric patients wonder whether they can stretch their stomach after gastric sleeve surgery and whether stomach stretching explains weight regain. The reality is more nuanced and closely tied to eating behaviors, portion sizes, and long-term lifestyle changes. Understanding Stomach Adaptation After Sleeve…
Weight regain after bariatric surgery can be frustrating, especially for gastric bypass patients who initially experienced successful weight loss. Fortunately, gastric bypass pouch tightening offers a way to regain control of your weight-loss journey and support long-term weight loss without undergoing a major invasive procedure. Understanding Gastric Bypass Pouch Tightening Gastric bypass pouch tightening…
Choosing between lap band or gastric sleeve surgery is a major decision in any weight loss journey, especially for individuals with severe obesity or obesity-related health conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, blood sugar disorders, or obstructive sleep apnea. Understanding the differences among the different types of bariatric surgery can help…
A gastric sleeve procedure, also known as a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, is a surgical procedure that reduces food intake by removing a portion of a patient’s stomach. The goal of the weight loss procedure is to improve health conditions associated with obesity. Creating a smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach can limit food intake and potentially improve or…
A gastric bypass procedure, also known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), creates a small stomach pouch and connects it directly to a portion of the small intestine, bypassing most of the stomach and part of the small bowel. This gastric bypass procedure limits food intake while also inducing metabolic and hormonal changes that often improve…
The gastric sleeve procedure removes approximately 80% of the stomach, leaving behind a smaller stomach shaped like a narrow tube. This reduced stomach size limits the amount of food that can be consumed and helps patients feel satisfied with smaller portions. Also called vertical sleeve gastrectomy, this type of surgery is restrictive but does not…
Choosing the right bariatric procedure can change lives for those with severe obesity. SADI-S and the duodenal switch are advanced options for achieving significant weight loss and improved health. Knowing the differences between them helps patients make informed decisions about their weight loss journey. What Are SADI-S and Duodenal Switch Procedures? Understanding SADI-S Surgery The…
As the national conversation around weight management continues to evolve, diabetes medications like Ozempic have gained considerable attention. While these GLP-1 receptor agonists offer certain benefits for blood sugar control, understanding the possible side effects and long-term complications is essential for making an informed decision about your health. At Torrance Bariatric Institute, we believe patients…
For individuals struggling with severe obesity and obesity-related health conditions, bariatric surgery procedures offer a path toward achieving a healthy weight and improved quality of life. However, not everyone qualifies for surgical weight loss. Understanding the body mass index requirements and various medical guidelines are essential when considering your weight loss options. What Is BMI…
For patients living with severe obesity or morbid obesity, bariatric surgery procedures can be life-changing. When you are ready to take control of your health problems through metabolic surgery, understanding your surgical options is the first step toward long-term weight loss and better overall health. Today, two of the most common weight loss procedures are…