Sleeve Gastrectomy

The sleeve gastrectomy is performed by dividing the stomach with a surgical stapling device in a longitudinal direction to create a small narrow stomach with a capacity of 100-150ml. The stomach is shaped like a banana or the “sleeve” of a shirt.

It is a purely restrictive procedure that limits the portion size of meals. There are also hormonal changes that suppress appetite. Patients are typically in the hospital for 2 days.


The sleeve gastrectomy can result in losing excess weight and can also result to resolution or improvement of many of the obesity-related health conditions. Individual results may vary.

 

 

There are risks associated with the sleeve gastrectomy, some of which include gastric leaks, bleeding, and obstruction. However, with an experienced care team the risks tend to be low.

 

Contact Us at The Bariatric and Hernia Institute at 240.206.8506 to learn more about our bariatric and hernia surgery programs or to set up an appointment.

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Welcome to the Bariatric and Hernia Institute

The Bariatric and Hernia Institute, founded by Dr. Etwar McBean provides specialized programs for weight loss surgery and hernia repair. Our surgical weight loss program offers a full range of safe and effective bariatric surgery procedures. Including Gastric Bypass Surgery, Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Lap Band Surgery we focus on laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery techniques.

Our hernia repair program offers care for a variety of problems from small to large, recurrent or complex hernias, utilizing traditional open and laparoscopic techniques to suit each patient’s need.

With offices located in Greenbelt and Silver Spring, MD, we provide expert bariatric and surgical care for patients in Washington, DC, Baltimore Maryland, Northern Virginia and surrounding areas.

For more information about the bariatric surgery services we provide, or to request a consult, contact us at 240.206.8506.

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