Combining elements of sleeve gastrectomy and loop bipartition, SASI offers a unique balance between functional restriction and hormonal modulation.
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Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal (SASI) Bypass: An Innovative Bariatric Solution
The Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal (SASI) bypass is a novel bariatric procedure that simplifies and enhances traditional approaches to obesity surgery. Combining elements of sleeve gastrectomy and loop bipartition, SASI offers a unique balance between functional restriction and hormonal modulation, making it a compelling alternative for weight loss and metabolic health improvement.
SASI involves two main steps:
Key Benefits
Effective Weight Loss: Studies show patients achieve an average of 84% excess weight loss (EWL) within a year and significant long-term results.
Metabolic Improvements: SASI demonstrates an 88% remission rate for Type 2 diabetes at 12 months, outperforming many traditional bariatric surgeries.
Preservation of Anatomy: Unlike other bypass procedures, SASI maintains much of the stomach’s natural anatomy. This ensures better access for future medical procedures, such as gastric cancer screening or Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), if needed.
Improved Safety: The procedure has a low complication rate (e.g., 0.41% for postoperative leaks) and reduces the risk of nutritional deficiencies compared to more invasive surgeries.
Considerations
While SASI shows promising outcomes, it is still a newer procedure, and long-term data are limited. Lifelong medical follow-up and nutritional supplementation are essential to address potential deficiencies or complications.
SASI represents an innovative step forward in bariatric surgery, offering hope for individuals seeking effective, safe, and sustainable solutions to obesity and related health challenges.
Your journey to improved health and confidence begins here. Whether you’re exploring weight loss solutions or seeking expert care for general surgery, Dr. Yussra Yusoff Clinic in Kuala Lumpur is ready to guide you with personalized, compassionate care.
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Disclaimer: Medical procedures listed on the website are not for every patient. Treatment is prescribed differently to every patient after consultation with surgeon and results may vary from patient to patient.