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Stomach reduction surgery

Surgery to reduce the size of the stomach.

Residual stomach volume

The volume of the stomach that remains after a sleeve gastrectomy.

Stomach stapling

A surgical procedure to staple the stomach closed in order to reduce its size.

Stomach pouch

The remaining portion of the stomach after a sleeve gastrectomy.

Stomach reduction

Any bariatric surgery procedure that reduces the size of the stomach.

Stomach Stapling

Stomach Stapling is a term that refers to surgical procedures where staples are used to create a smaller stomach pouch to restrict food intake.

Stomach

The Stomach is a muscular organ in the digestive system that stores and partially digests food. It releases gastric juices to aid in digestion.

Gastric hormones

Hormones that are produced by the stomach, such as ghrelin and leptin.

Gastric pouch

The remaining portion of the stomach after a sleeve gastrectomy.

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

A minimally invasive surgical procedure to reduce the size of the stomach.

Gastric balloon

A non-surgical weight loss procedure that involves placing a silicone balloon in the stomach to reduce food intake.

Band erosion

A complication of adjustable gastric band surgery in which the band erodes into the stomach or other tissues.

Gastrointestinal complications

Complications that can occur in the stomach, intestines, or other parts of the digestive system, such as bleeding, infection, and obstruction.

Gastrointestinal leak

A leak in the stomach, intestines, or other parts of the digestive system.

Gastric outlet obstruction

A blockage of the outlet of the stomach.

Gastric remnant

The remaining portion of the stomach after a sleeve gastrectomy.

Gastrointestinal surgery

Surgery on the stomach, intestines, or other parts of the digestive system.

Dumping symptoms

Symptoms that can occur after bariatric surgery, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness, caused by rapid stomach emptying and the release of hormones.

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Bleeding from the stomach, intestines, or other parts of the digestive system.

Gastroparesis

A condition in which the stomach muscles do not work properly, causing food to move too slowly through the digestive system.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

A condition in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.

Stenosis

A narrowing of a passage in the body, such as the stomach outlet or the small intestine.

Ulcer

A sore that develops on the lining of the stomach, esophagus, or duodenum.

Gastritis

Inflammation of the stomach lining.

Dumping syndrome

A condition that can occur after bariatric surgery and is characterized by rapid stomach emptying, followed by symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.

Gastrointestinal leak

A leak in the stomach or intestines.

Gastric outlet obstruction

A blockage of the outlet of the stomach.

Intragastric balloon

A non-surgical weight loss procedure that involves placing a silicone balloon in the stomach to reduce food intake.

Gastric plication

A bariatric surgery procedure that folds and stitches the stomach to reduce its size.

Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG)

Vertical Banded Gastroplasty is a weight loss surgery that involves stapling the stomach to create a small pouch and placing a band around the upper stomach to restrict food intake.

Gastric Band Removal

Gastric Band Removal is a surgical procedure to remove an adjustable gastric band from the stomach. This may be necessary due to complications, patient choice, or the achievement of weight loss goals.

Stomaphyx

Stomaphyx is a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure used to tighten the gastric outlet of the stomach, reducing its size and aiding in weight loss.

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAGB)

LAGB is a minimally invasive weight loss surgery where an adjustable band is placed around the stomach to create a small pouch.

Lap Band

“Lap Band” is a colloquial term for Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAGB), a type of weight loss surgery that involves placing an adjustable band around the stomach.

Intragastric Balloon

An Intragastric Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss option where a deflated balloon is placed inside the stomach and then inflated. It reduces the stomach’s capacity and helps with portion control.

Adjustable Gastric Banding

Adjustable Gastric Banding is a type of weight loss surgery where an adjustable band is placed around the upper part of the stomach to create a small pouch. The tightness of the band can be adjusted to control food intake.

Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve Gastrectomy is a surgical weight loss procedure in which a large portion of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller, tube-like stomach. This reduces the amount of food a person can eat and helps in weight loss.

Weight Loss Surgery

Weight Loss Surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is a medical procedure aimed at helping individuals with obesity achieve significant weight loss and improve their health by altering the digestive process or reducing stomach capacity.

Restrictive

In the context of weight loss surgery, “restrictive” refers to surgical procedures that reduce the size of the stomach, limiting the amount of food a person can consume in one sitting.

Intestines

The Intestines are the long, tube-like organs of the digestive system that follow the stomach. There are two main parts: the small intestine and the large intestine.

Stoma

The surgical connection point where the small intestine is attached to the newly created stomach pouch in procedures like gastric bypass.

Sleeve Gastrectomy

A bariatric procedure in which a portion of the stomach is removed, leaving a smaller, tube-shaped stomach. It restricts food intake and reduces hunger-inducing hormones.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

A specific type of gastric bypass surgery where the stomach is divided into a small upper pouch and a larger lower pouch, and the small intestine is rerouted to the upper pouch. This reduces the amount of food the stomach can hold and the absorption of calories.

Intragastric Balloon

A non-surgical, temporary weight loss procedure in which a deflated balloon is placed in the stomach and inflated to reduce food intake.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

A condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, sometimes exacerbated by bariatric surgery.

Gastric Bypass Surgery

A type of bariatric surgery where a small pouch is created from the stomach and connected directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. This restricts food intake and reduces calorie absorption.

Duodenal Switch

A complex bariatric surgery that involves both restrictive and malabsorptive components. It reduces the size of the stomach and reroutes the small intestine to reduce calorie absorption.

Dumping Syndrome

A post-surgery complication where food moves too quickly from the stomach into the small intestine, causing symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, and sweating.

Adjustable Gastric Banding (Lap-Band)

A procedure in which a silicone band is placed around the upper part of the stomach to create a smaller stomach pouch, restricting food intake.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

A condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, sometimes exacerbated by bariatric surgery.