At SurgicalSol, sleeve gastrectomy is performed by Dr. Asif Iqbal as a highly effective and popular minimally invasive weight loss surgery. The procedure involves permanently removing approximately 80% of the stomach, leaving behind a narrow, sleeve-shaped pouch. This new stomach sleeve significantly reduces its capacity to hold food, which physically restricts calorie intake. More importantly, it removes the part of the stomach that produces the hunger hormone ghrelin, leading to a reduced appetite and a feeling of fullness with less food.
The surgery is performed laparoscopically through several small incisions in the abdomen. A tiny camera guides Dr. Iqbal as he uses specialized instruments to carefully divide and remove the larger portion of the stomach. The remaining sleeve is then sealed with surgical staplers. This advanced technique results in less post-operative pain, minimal scarring, and a much faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
Sleeve gastrectomy offers profound long-term weight loss and is known for its simplicity and effectiveness. It also leads to major improvements in obesity-related health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and sleep apnea. At SurgicalSol, under the expert care of Dr. Asif Iqbal, patients find a supportive pathway to sustainable weight loss and a significantly improved quality of life.