What is Gastric Reduction Surgery?
Dünya genelinde en çok uygulanan cerrahi işlemlerden biri mide küçültme ameliyatıdır ve tüp mide ameliyatı olarakta bilinir. Bu işlem kapalı ameliyat yöntemiyle midenin %80 gibi bir kısmının kesilip çıkarılmasıdır. Ameliyatla alınan bu kısım açlık hormonunun salgılandığı bölgedir. Yani mide küçültme ameliyatı ile hem mide hacmi küçülür hem de açlık hissi azalır. Mide küçültme yöntemlerinde tedavi biçimi hastanın genel sağlık durumuna, obezite derecesine ve tercihine göre belirlenir. Obezite cerrahisinde tedavi uygulamaları;
- Gastric bypass surgery,
- Gastric sleeve surgery,
- Gastric Balloon,
- Stomach Botox,
- It is in the form of a gastric band.
Gastric reduction surgery is not suitable for everyone with weight problems. There are certain criteria for this. First, individuals experiencing this problem should try methods such as diet and exercise before considering surgery. Furthermore, the person undergoing surgery is expected to be between 18 and 80 years old and have a Body Mass Index (BMI) above 40. Those between 35 and 40 should have an additional health condition related to obesity, such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Non-surgical methods are recommended, especially for those under 40.
Before and After Gastric Reduction Surgery
As with any surgical procedure, there are certain preparations that need to be made before sleeve gastrectomy (stomach reduction) surgery. These may vary depending on the type of operation. We can list these steps as follows:;
- First, an anesthesiologist conducts an assessment.,
- Internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, cardiology, and other departments conduct examinations.,
- A comprehensive blood test will be requested.,
- Depending on the planned operation, the condition of the esophagus, stomach, and intestines is examined.,
- In addition, the patient may be advised to stop taking some medications (such as blood thinners).,
- Before gastric reduction surgery, patients should follow the dietary program recommended by their doctor.
After the surgery, the patient's general health is checked. If the recovery process is as expected, they are discharged within 1-5 days. They are asked to follow the nutritional program provided by the dietitian.
Gastric Reduction Surgery: Advantages and Disadvantages
Like any surgery, gastric reduction surgery has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include long-term, permanent weight loss, normalization of hormones, prolonged feeling of fullness, regulation of the digestive and intestinal systems, and consequently, a healthier lifestyle.
Potential complications during surgery include reactions to anesthesia, respiratory distress, infection, bleeding, and blood clots. Post-operative complications may include stretch marks and sagging skin due to weight loss, and bowel obstruction.
It is also recommended that patients consult their doctor immediately if they experience persistent hiccups, redness, or swelling after the procedure.