The Gastric Sleeve Procedure is an operation that has been around for about seven years and we have found it to be a very successful operation. At Fresh Start Bariatrics we have proformed over 100 Gastric Sleeve Procedures. Often patients would pefer not to be concerned with vitamin and mineral difficiencies after a Gastric Bypass Operation. Since the small intestine is not effected by a Gastric Sleeve operation, there is less concern regarding absorption of vitamins and minerals. Also, many patients choose to have a Gastric Sleeve operation because they would like to avoid any potential complications from the placement of an adjustable Gastric Band. In our practice, now approximately 20% of patients choose to have a gastric sleeve procedure. We have found that their weight loss is very similar to the results of the Gastric Bypass operation.
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