Weight Loss Surgery Options
Weight loss surgery allows for a physical change in the digestive system, minimizing the amount of food a person can take in and the number of calories absorbed by the body. It is a serious and life-changing procedure that can improve the lives of those who may be unable to lose weight through traditional methods.
Though several weight loss surgery options exist, the two most impactful for most people are gastric sleeve and gastric bypass. Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in Knoxville, TN, can help you with these treatment options.
Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss
Gastric sleeve is a type of bariatric surgery in which 85% of the stomach is removed. This creates a new stomach pouch that is about the size and shape of a banana. Once in place, this procedure restricts the amount of food and calories a person can consume. It also may help to better control the gastrointestinal tract hormones that impact the feelings of hunger and the onset of diabetes.
Gastric sleeve can be done laparoscopically, which means there is the potential for those who have a body mass index of over 35 kg/m2 to have a less invasive procedure. It can also be done through a two-step procedure for those with a BMI over 50.
Gastric Bypass Weight Loss
Gastric bypass is a procedure that delays the mixture of bile and pancreatic juices in the stomach, which is what triggers the absorption of nutrients. This makes a person feel full, creating a sense of satisfaction and making it less desirable to eat.
The procedure involves stapling the stomach to create a much smaller pouch. The rest of the stomach is not removed but is no longer accessible. This procedure allows for the stomach to empty right into the small intestine, reducing calorie absorption.
Find Out What Your Options Are
Make the decision to focus on your health. To learn more about the weight loss surgery process, visit Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons’ Steps to Surgery webpage.,
Questions? Call Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons at (865) 984-3413. Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Mark Colquitt and his team can offer a wide range of treatment options to help you find the best way to get rid of the weight for good.