Endoscopic Gastric Sleeve

  • Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty is a minimally invasive weight-loss procedure that uses an endoscopic suturing device to reduce the stomach’s size and volume by about 70%.

  • Average weight loss of 15-20% of excess body weight within the first year, with continued weight loss over the following years.

  • Procedure: No cuts are made during endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. Instead, a specialized suturing device is inserted through the throat and down to the stomach. The endoscopist then creates folds in the stomach, effectively reducing its capacity.
  • Weight Loss Mechanism: With a smaller stomach volume, you feel full with less food, leading to reduced caloric intake. Over time, this results in weight loss.
  • Commitment: It’s essential to follow the dietary and lifestyle advice provided during this period. Remember that endoscopic gastric sleeve requires commitment to lifestyle changes for long-term success.
  • Benefits: Weight loss reduces risks of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and certain cancers leading to improved overall health.
    • Minimally invasive: No surgical incisions.
    • Lower risk of complications
    • Quick recovery

  • Less invasive
  • Shorter recovery time and hospital stay
  • Effective weight loss with improvement in obesity-related health conditions

  • Potential for complications such as bleeding, infection, or injury during the procedure
  • Risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) worsening or developing

Common Side Effects

  • Nausea and vomiting (20-30%)
  • Abdominal pain and discomfort (10-20%)
  • Gastroesophageal reflux (10-15%)
  • Diarrhea (5-10%)

Rare Side Effects

  • Bleeding (<1%)
  • Infection (<1%)
  • Perforation or injury to nearby organs (<1%)
  • Development of strictures or narrowing of the stomach (<1%)

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