$15,000–$25,000
Removes 80% of stomach to limit intake
WHAT IS A SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY?
Sleeve gastrectomy, also called gastric sleeve surgery, is a bariatric procedure that permanently removes about 75–80% of the stomach. The remaining stomach is shaped into a narrow “sleeve,” which reduces food intake and hunger hormones. It’s one of the most popular weight-loss surgeries because it’s effective, less complex than gastric bypass, and provides long-term results.
How it works:
Stomach reduction: A large portion of the stomach is surgically removed.
Banana-shaped sleeve: The smaller stomach holds less food and slows digestion.
Hormonal effect: Reduces production of ghrelin, the hormone that causes hunger.
Weight loss: Patients typically lose 50–70% of excess weight in 12–18 months.
