Gastric Sleeve Surgery
In gastric
sleeve surgery, a surgeon removes part of the stomach and makes a narrow
tube or "sleeve" out of the rest. The new, banana-shaped stomach is
much smaller than the original stomach. After the operation, a person will eat
less, feel full sooner, and be less hungry.
What Happens Before Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Preparing
for this major operation takes months of work. Patients need to show that they
are willing and able to make big changes in their eating and exercise habits
before the surgery.
For
several months before surgery, you will work with the medical team to build the
skills needed for success. Here are some of the people who work as a team to
help teens prepare for gastric
sleeve surgery:
- Doctors and surgeons.
Several months before
your surgery, you'll meet with a medical doctor and surgeon. Your doctors will
also let you know about some of the things that can go wrong (you'll probably
hear doctors call these "complications").
- Psychologists.
People go through lots
of emotions before and after surgery. A
psychologist can help you understand your feelings and help you prepare emotionally
for surgery and the changes that will follow.
- Dietitians.
Because patients often
depend on parents or other family members for meals, a dietitian will teach you
and your family healthy eating basics like good nutrition, how to get regular
meals, and the right portion sizes.
- Exercise specialists.
These experts help
patients get more active. They'll work with you to develop an exercise program you'll
like and workouts you can stick with. This will make recovery easier.
Talk to
your doctor and exercise specialist to get their advice on how to gradually get
back into your exercise routine.
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