About the Treatment Method
Stomach Folding Method and Weight Loss Effect
In surgical gastric sleeve, 80% of the stomach is cut, removed from the body, and thrown away (it is irreversible). In the endoscopic method, however, the stomach is not cut; it is merely folded on top of itself like an accordion, stitched from the inside, and its volume is reduced. The stomach tissue remains inside and the procedure can be reversed if necessary.
The procedure is performed in the operating room under general anesthesia (while asleep) and takes about 1-1.5 hours. Since there is no incision, the pain is minimal. Patients usually stay in the hospital for 1 night for control purposes and can easily return home the next day.
Because the volume of the stomach is reduced, patients get full quickly with very small portions. When lifestyle is changed accompanied by an expert dietitian, patients can permanently lose 15% to 20% of their total body weight within the first 1 year.
The information on this page is for general health advice. Please consult specialized physicians for personalized treatment or advice.
