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Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG)

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG) sometimes referred to as vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) is a type of bariatric (weight loss) surgery. Also often refer to this procedure as gastric sleeve surgery.

During the procedure, the surgeon permanently removes approximately 80–85% of the stomach. The remaining portion is shaped into a smaller, banana-shaped pouch, which helps patients feel full sooner and consume less food.

Your LSG package includes:

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Take the next step toward a personalized weight-loss plan. Schedule a consultation with our team to learn whether sleeve gastrectomy may be right for you.

How Does LSG Work?

Reduced stomach capacity: During gastric sleeve surgery, approximately 80–85% of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller, banana-shaped stomach. This allows patients to feel full after eating smaller portions, which can help reduce overall food intake and support long-term weight loss.
Lower ghrelin levels: The removed portion of the stomach, called the fundus, produces much of the hormone ghrelin, which helps regulate hunger. By reducing ghrelin production, LSG may help decrease appetite and make it easier for patients to follow a reduced-calorie eating plan.

What are the Risks of VSG Surgery?

At IBI Clinic, we want you to feel informed and confident about your treatment options. Like any surgery, vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) carries potential risks, including:

Hernia
Infection
Acid reflux
Blood clots
Weight regain
Internal bleeding
Staple line leakage
Adverse reactions to anesthesia

Understanding these risks is part of taking the next step. Schedule a consultation with IBI Clinic to discuss your goals, ask questions, and explore whether gastric sleeve surgery is right for you.

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Who Is a Candidate for Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy?

Bariatric surgery may be considered for adults who:

✓ Have a BMI of 40 or higher
✓ Have a BMI of 35 or higher with an obesity-related condition, such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure
✓ Have not achieved lasting weight loss through diet, exercise, or other nonsurgical approaches
✓ Are healthy enough for surgery and committed to long-term lifestyle changes

Eligibility is determined through an individual medical evaluation.

Preoperative Evaluation

A personalized assessment helps determine whether LSG is appropriate for your health, goals, and medical history.

Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure

LSG reduces the size of the stomach, helping patients feel full with smaller portions and supporting long-term weight management.

Postoperative Support

Follow-up guidance, nutrition recommendations, and lifestyle support help patients adjust after surgery.

When will I start seeing Results from LSG Surgery?

If you follow the correct diet and exercise plan after the LSG procedure. You can expect to lose a significant amount of weight in the first three months. This may be as much as 30% of your excess weight. After 6 months, you can expect to have lost between 45-50% of your excess weight*. Consequently, after the 6-month mark, weight loss tends to taper off. Subsequently, after a year, the average weight loss. From a laparoscopic gastric sleeve is 60% to 70% of excess weight (EWL).

*Excess weight is the difference between current weight and ideal weight. Besides this, our patient is 5’8” tall and their ideal weight or goal weight would be about 145 pounds.

How do Surgeons Perform a Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy?

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG), commonly known as gastric sleeve surgery, supports weight loss in two main ways:

Smaller portions, greater fullness: The procedure reduces stomach size, helping patients feel full after eating smaller amounts of food and making portion control easier.

Reduced hunger: Surgery removes much of the fundus, the part of the stomach that produces the hunger hormone ghrelin. Lower ghrelin levels may help reduce appetite and support changes in eating habits.

Long-term results depend on consistent nutrition, physical activity, and ongoing medical follow-up.