THE WEIGHT LOSS EFFECT OF THE SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY
Sleeve gastrectomy causes weight loss in two ways:
1- Hormonal effect: Hormones responsible for appetite, especially Ghrelin, are secreted from the stomach’s fundus. Because this part is removed in sleeve gastrectomy, patients’ appetite decreases, leading to weight loss.
2- Restrictive effect: In sleeve gastrectomy, the stomach volume is reduced, so patients eat less and feel full more quickly.
POST-SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY PERIOD
After sleeve gastrectomy, a special diet is followed for the first month. Sequentially, a liquid, puree, and soft diet are followed. During this period, dietitian supervision is essential. Solid foods are introduced at the end of the first month. Water intake starts the day after surgery and gradually increases. Protein support is mandatory for the first month. Blood-thinning injections started the day before surgery are continued for at least 10 days. Compression stockings are worn during the surgery and are recommended for at least 10 days. Walking is recommended as exercise in the first month, with duration and pace gradually increasing. Aerobics, fitness, and swimming can be started after one and a half months.