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Have you heard about the Sleeve. This month, we will cover some basic and advanced topics related to the sleeve.
Read more below.
Sincerely, Joseph A. Kuhn, MD
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Is the Sleeve the BEST procedure?
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The Sleeve is becoming a very common procedure for bariatric surgery. WHO should have a sleeve? Is it better than a bypass? Is It Safer?
These are good questions. Please see the link below for a video about the Sleeve.
In general, we think of the sleeve as "in between" a band and a bypass.
Our experience shows that most people will lose about 70% of their excess weight at one year and usually regain a small amount to an average of 60% excess weight loss at 5 years.
The main side effect is the risk of increased heartburn or gastric reflux. We now are using manometry (pressure measurements of the esophagus) to help guide tightening of the valve or sphincter between the esophagus and the stomach.
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If you are interested, you can also see a presentation we made at a surgical meeting about a new sleeve technique that is safer.
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MAY SUPPORT MEETING:
May 14, 2012
7-9:00 pm, Medical City
Children's Tower, Class A/B
Second Monday of Month
May 10, 2012
7-8:30 pm, Baylor Park Lane
2nd floor conference room
Second Thurs of Month
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TOPIC FOR: Medical City Support Group:
Plastic Surgery After Bariatric Surgery
Dr. Frederick Duffy
Dr. Duffy has tremendous experience and will share his opinions and recommendations with you
May 14, 7-9pm Medical City, Childrens Tower Class A/B
TOPIC FOR: Baylor Park Lane Support Group:
Success Stories--always good to Hear
Another great topic to learn and connect with others.
May 10, 6:30-8:00 pm 2nd floor Conf Room
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New Referrals
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For new referrals, we will mail a DVD to a potential person who is considering their options or who simply wants to learn more about bariatric surgery.
You can Email our new patient coordinator to assist with mailings:
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