New stomach
Removed portion of stomach
The two most important complications encountered in sleeve gastrectomy surgery are; Leakage and bleeding due to the openings in the suture line in the remaining stomach section. In cases of bleeding, the condition usually resolves spontaneously with medical treatment and sometimes supplementation of blood products. In some cases, it may be necessary to intervene with endoscopic methods. İf leakage is detected, endoscopic sutures and stent application are usually performed. The biggest reason for bleeding or leakage is the poor quality of the staplers used during the stomach section removal.
Tube Stomach Surgery is a start in the treatment of overweight and obesity. After gastric sleeve surgery, a correct diet and regular exercise are essential. If you are not careful about this, you can gain weight again after all methods including gastric balloon and mini gastric sleeves. It is seen that patients who return to their old habits after surgery gain weight in the long term.
Liquid foods must be consumed in the first 2 weeks. In addition, protein and vitamin supplements such as B12 should be taken. In the second stage, after 2 weeks, pureed foods should be consumed. Fruits and vegetables can be crushed and pureed and consumed. After the 5th week, solid foods can be started. However, meals should be chewed slowly and portion control should be ensured. Otherwise, nausea and vomiting occur. Your dietitian, consultant or doctor will give you detailed information about healthy eating.
If you want to get more details about the mini Gastric Sleeve operation, you can contact us and get more detailed information.