Vertical Gastrectomy
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What is Vertical Gastrectomy?
In vertical gastrectomy surgery, in English “sleeve gastectomy”, the stomach is narrowed, cutting it vertically to form a tube about 80-120 ml in volume and suturing the wall on the side of the resection. It is a restrictive intervention with a double effect: it increases the feeling of satiety and decreases appetite. Patients also show less interest in food.
Why sleeve gastrectomy surgery?
Sleeve gastrectomy surgery, applied laparoscopically.
Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgery, which is performed with the help of small incisions. This is done with the help of an instrument called a laparoscope. This instrument contains a camera and light source so that the surgeon can see inside the body without the need for large incisions.
What are the advantages of laparoscopic surgery?
- Minimal external signs;
- Shorter hospital stay;
- Fewer internal wounds;
- Wounds that heal faster;
- Less pain;
- Quick return to activities;
Pre-Operative Preparation
- On the day you perform the consultation with the surgeon, you must inform the surgeon if you are allergic to any medication, as well as refer to the doctor if you are taking any medication for health reasons that may influence the performance of the surgical intervention
- A few days before the operation, you will perform a series of pre-operative examinations which inform the medical staff about your health condition before the operation;
- At least 2 weeks before surgery, you must stop taking drugs containing Acetylsalicylic Acid (such as Aspirin, Vivin C, Cardiospirin, etc.) and stop taking oral anticoagulants. Discontinuation of any therapy due to surgery must be consulted in advance with your doctor who prescribed the therapy;
- Smoking must be stopped at least 2 weeks before the intervention;
- The patient must have taken a shower, remove gel or nail polish products the day before the operation, and not consume food or liquids at least 8 hours before the intervention;
- We recommend that patients wear comfortable clothes with buttons or zippers on the day of surgery.
