Gastrectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which doctor performs gastrectomy?

Gastrectomy is usually performed by a gastrointestinal surgeon or a general surgeon.

2. What are the advantages of the gastric sleeve surgery over other gastrectomy procedures?

Advantages of sleeve gastrectomy over other gastrectomy procedures include the following:

• The procedure is easy to perform
• The pylorus is not damaged during the procedure
• An anastomoses is not needed
• The risk of internal hernia is less

3. What is the difference between gastrostomy and gastrectomy?

Gastrostomy is a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the stomach, whereas gastrectomy is a procedure where a part or the complete stomach is surgically removed. Gastrostomy is usually an endoscopic procedure for feeding through a tube where due to some advanced condition the patient is unable to swallow.

4. How much is the weight loss after gastric sleeve surgery?

Patients lose even up to fifty to seventy percent of their excess weight following a gastric sleeve surgery. The patient shows improvement in conditions like diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, arthritis and dyslipidemia following the surgery.