Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve Gastrectomy, also known as the Gastric Sleeve procedure, "restricts" how much food the stomach can hold without any bypass of the intestines or malabsorption. The portion of the stomach that is removed is thought to be responsible for secreting Ghrelin, the hormone which stimulates appetite, increases food intake and promotes fat storage. By removing this portion of the stomach, your appetite will be significantly reduced. The new stomach pouch will hold only small amounts of food, making you feel full more quickly.