Gastric Sleeve
Will I Stretch My Gastric Sleeve Pouch?
If you are considering the gastric sleeve or have already had one, you may be concerned about whether you can stretch the newly created pouch after your bariatric procedure. You may have even heard of other patients who enjoyed excellent weight loss results only to regain some or all their weight after years or decades, and you may be concerned that you will end up in that same position. First, we should say that you’re asking the right question. You’re […]
Why Is the Gastric Sleeve the Most Popular Bariatric Procedure?
The gastric sleeve also known as the sleeve gastrectomy is currently the most popular bariatric procedure in the United States. However, it was once just a (very successful) 1st part procedure to a larger duodenal switch. In fact, it was the unexpectedly excellent outcomes of the sleeve that vaulted it into the ranks of major surgical procedures and covered by most insurances including Medicare.