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GlossaryLaparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (laparoscopic sleeve surgery)

minimally invasive surgery removing most of the stomach for weight loss

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG), also known as sleeve gastrectomy or gastric sleeve surgery, is a minimally invasive weight-loss procedure where approximately 75-80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a tube-like "sleeve." This significantly reduces the stomach's capacity, leading to reduced food intake and promoting weight loss. The procedure is performed using small incisions and a laparoscope, which is a thin, flexible tube with a camera, allowing for a quicker recovery compared to open surgery.

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21 citations , November 2017 in “Cochrane library”

Ovarian drilling surgery is not clearly better than medical treatments for PCOS symptoms.

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research The Effect of Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling on the Serum Levels of AMH, FSH, LH, and Testosterone Hormones in Patients with PCOS

June 2019 in “The Medical journal of Basrah University”

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4 citations , November 2013 in “Journal of IMAB - Annual Proceeding (Scientific Papers)”

A rare adrenal tumor in a 9-year-old girl was successfully treated with surgery.

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October 2012 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology”

A hairball in the stomach can cause serious issues and may need surgery and psychiatric care.

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