Sleeve Gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy removes around 80% of the stomach, leaving a narrow sleeve, to help people with severe obesity lose weight.
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About this Procedure
Sleeve gastrectomy is weight loss (bariatric) surgery in which a large part of the stomach is removed. The NHS explains that around 80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a much smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach. Because the stomach holds much less food, you feel full sooner and eat less.
Weight loss surgery may be considered for people with a high body mass index (BMI) who have not been able to lose enough weight through diet and exercise, especially if they have conditions that might improve with weight loss, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea or asthma. The NHS notes that people of South Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African and some other backgrounds may be considered at a lower BMI. It is not a quick fix and requires lasting changes to diet and activity.
Sleeve gastrectomy is done by keyhole surgery under general anaesthetic, usually through about 5 small cuts in the tummy. MedlinePlus says you can usually go home about 2 days after surgery, moving from clear liquids to a puréed diet by discharge. The NHS says you can start to return to normal activities after 4 to 6 weeks, and regular follow-up with blood tests to check vitamin and mineral levels is needed for life.
Medwell arranges sleeve gastrectomy at partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Paras Health, Gurugram and Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram. Your bariatric team reviews your health, BMI and history to confirm whether a sleeve or another type of weight loss surgery suits you.
Why travel for this procedure?
- Accredited partner hospitals
Sleeve gastrectomy is available at Medwell partners such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Paras Health, Gurugram. - Bariatric surgery teams
Bariatric surgeons, dietitians and anaesthetists at partner hospitals assess you and plan your surgery and post-operative diet. - Shorter waiting times
Planned treatment can usually be scheduled without the long waiting lists patients face in some countries. - English-speaking teams
Doctors, nurses and coordinators consult in English, and Medwell can arrange an interpreter on request. - Medwell coordination
One team handles your free quote, visa invitation letter, hotel near the hospital and airport pickup.
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Send Medwell your height, weight, medical history, current medicines and recent blood tests. A partner bariatric surgeon reviews them and you receive a free personalised quote.
Travel to Delhi NCR and pre-treatment evaluation
In Delhi NCR you meet the bariatric surgeon and dietitian for a full assessment, including blood tests and an anaesthetic review.
Sleeve gastrectomy, recovery and follow-up
After keyhole surgery you usually go home about 2 days later on a liquid-to-puréed diet. Medwell supports your stay nearby, dietitian guidance and follow-up after you return home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sleeve gastrectomy?
A sleeve gastrectomy is weight loss surgery that removes around 80% of the stomach, leaving a narrow, sleeve-shaped stomach. With a smaller stomach you feel full sooner and eat less. It is done by keyhole surgery under general anaesthetic, and because part of the stomach is removed, it is not reversible.
Who is eligible for sleeve gastrectomy?
Sleeve gastrectomy may be considered for people with severe obesity who have not been able to lose enough weight through diet and exercise, especially with conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnoea. The NHS notes that people from South Asian, Middle Eastern and some other backgrounds may be considered at a lower BMI. Your bariatric surgeon confirms suitability.
How much does sleeve gastrectomy cost in India?
The cost of sleeve gastrectomy in India depends on the hospital, your health and BMI, the length of hospital stay, and the plan your specialist recommends after reviewing your reports, so Medwell does not publish a fixed price. Share your reports and Medwell will send a free, no-obligation personalised quote from partner hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi and Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, usually within 24 hours.
How long is recovery after sleeve gastrectomy?
MedlinePlus says you can usually go home about 2 days after a sleeve gastrectomy, drinking clear liquids the day after surgery and moving to a puréed diet by discharge. The NHS says you can start returning to normal activities after 4 to 6 weeks, following a staged diet from fluids to soft foods over about 8 weeks.
Is sleeve gastrectomy safe?
The NHS describes weight loss surgery as a common and safe procedure, but there are risks, as with any operation. For sleeve gastrectomy these include blood clots, wound infection, a small chance of a leak from the stomach, narrowing, gallstones as you lose weight, and vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Your bariatric team will explain these risks and your follow-up plan.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer sleeve gastrectomy?
Medwell arranges sleeve gastrectomy at 4 partner hospitals in Delhi NCR (Gurugram and New Delhi):
- BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
- Artemis Hospital, Gurugram
- Paras Health, Gurugram
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram
Medwell helps you choose the bariatric team that suits your needs.
How do I plan sleeve gastrectomy in India with Medwell?
Share your medical history, BMI and blood tests with Medwell for a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. Medwell helps you choose a hospital and bariatric surgeon, books your consultation, provides visa invitation letter assistance and helps arrange flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup, and supports you during recovery.