This rare complication of weight loss surgery can lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, pain, and reflux, or have no symptoms at all. A twisted stomach, or gastric twist, can sometimes happen after ...

Constipation is a very common side effect of gastric sleeve surgery. During a gastric sleeve procedure, surgeons remove around 80% of your stomach. This drastic change in the anatomy of your stomach ...

If you are eligible for bariatric surgery, two procedures can be considered: gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass surgery. Both procedures are aimed at helping qualifying individuals lose weight.

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’re struggling with weight, you’re not alone. Around 42 percent of American adults have obesity. In addition to nutrition, ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I have had weight-loss surgery, specifically an adjustable lap band that was revised to a gastric sleeve in 2018. I have been given and read conflicting recommendations regarding the ...

Vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) is a type of bariatric surgery. The procedure aims to promote weight loss and improve overall health in people who have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 and above.

People who have used GLP-1 medications—better known by their brand names like Ozempic, Mounjaro or Wegovy—have likely seen ...