Advanced weight loss surgery procedures in Detroit, Michigan designed to help you achieve lasting health improvements and transform your life. Dr. Kevin Krause MD specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
Bariatric surgery is weight loss surgery. There are a number of procedures that can be done to achieve this. There are two main principles that are the cornerstones of weight loss surgery: restriction and malabsorption.
All procedures are performed laparoscopically/robotically, which means smaller incisions, faster recovery times, and reduced risk of complications compared to traditional open surgery.
The decision on the correct procedure for a person depends on many factors including surgical candidacy, comorbidities, amount of weight loss desired, and patient preference. Furthermore, the decision for surgery is one that involves a thoughtful, deliberate approach.
Procedures that alter the stomach to restrict food intake and help you feel full more quickly with smaller portions.
This procedure induces weight loss by reducing the stomach to about 15-20% of its original size. This is done using stapling devices along the long axis of the stomach, excluding a large portion of the stomach from the remainder of the GI tract.
Ultimately, a person is left with a long tubular "sleeve" almost shaped like a banana that will reduce the amount of food the stomach can receive.
Historically, exclusive malabsorptive procedures involved bypassing the majority of the GI tract using the intestines. Today, this idea is used in combination with restrictive principles to induce weight loss.
In this procedure, a small stomach pouch is created using staplers and connected to the intestines, farther down the tract. This allows for both restriction of food intake and malabsorption by bypassing a large portion of the intestines. The food now has a shorter time to be absorbed.
Understanding the differences between bariatric surgery options to help you make an informed decision.
When considering weight loss surgery, access to resources and proper information is important. The Beaumont Weight Loss Center is a great resource for people to investigate various weight loss solutions and attend seminars specifically aimed at this problem.
Dr. Krause will work with you to determine the best procedure based on your individual health profile, weight loss goals, and medical history. Every patient is unique, and your treatment plan will be personalized to your specific needs.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Krause to discuss which bariatric procedure is right for you and your weight loss goals.
