Sleeve Gastrectomy procedure involves removing the lateral 2/3rds of the stomach with a stapling device. It can be done laparoscopically ( keyhole surgery) but is not reversible. It basically leaves a stomach tube instead of a stomach sack.
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Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy by Colm O'Boyle
Cork Laparoscopic Surgery. Registered in Ireland – Company Number 480505 Registered Office: Evergreen House, Congress Road, Cork
Directors: C O'Boyle, U O'Boyle