Tips and tricks in sleeve gastrectomy

Abstract

Obesity has become a serious health problem worldwide. Surgery is seen as the most important weapon in the fight against obesity. Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy is the most widely practiced obesity surgery technique worldwide. Today, this surgery is safely applied to a large number of patients. With the development of technology and surgical experience, the mortality and morbidity of obesity surgeries have decreased considerably. However, these surgeries still require serious experience and knowledge. In this book chapter, we have compiled the technical tips of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, key points that will increase the comfort of the surgeon and the patient, and tricks that will facilitate the operation and shorten the operation time.