Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy or vertical sleeve gastrectomy, is one of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures in the United States. By removing a large percentage of the stomach, the procedure creates a smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach that substantially limits food and liquid intake reducing both stomach capacity and caloric intake from…
For individuals exploring surgical weight-loss options, the comparison between duodenal switch (DS) and gastric bypass (GB) is among the most common and most important questions to consider. Both are proven bariatric procedures designed to help patients with severe or morbid obesity achieve meaningful, lasting weight loss and improve obesity-related health conditions. However, the two surgeries…
Pregnancy after gastric sleeve surgery can be a healthy and deeply rewarding experience. For many women of childbearing age who have undergone weight-loss surgery, it represents an important next chapter, one supported by encouraging clinical data and, with the right preparation, a high likelihood of positive pregnancy outcomes. For obese women and women with a…