Life After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: Diet, Lifestyle & Success Stories
Weight loss is often a long and challenging journey, and for many individuals, surgical options can provide the most effective and lasting results. Among these, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy has gained popularity due to its minimally invasive nature, safety, and long-term effectiveness. At ARDEN JR SURGERY , we guide patients not only through the surgery itself but also through the important lifestyle changes that follow. Understanding what life looks like after the procedure can help you prepare for success. What Is Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy? Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a minimally invasive bariatric surgery that reduces the stomach’s size by about 75%. By shaping the stomach into a sleeve-like tube, the procedure restricts food intake and helps patients feel full faster. Unlike gastric banding surgery or laparoscopic gastric banding , sleeve gastrectomy permanently alters the stomach’s anatomy, meaning it does not require adjustments or devices. Patients b...