Can someone tell me if some Drs don't do the whole sleeve can they do that and leave your sleeve bigger than what you was told or do they all do the size like you was told at the classes and Dr visit. Banana size? Curious

Edited June 23, 201610 yr by ChrisInc2

There are different sizes because they use a tube to measure. It's some French measurement tool. Different doctors may have different preferences. Mine doesn't use the absolute smallest size because it would make the sleeve too small (in his opinion.)

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@@autymn ty so basically I should ask my Dr I just assumed that they would use the smallest since we're doing a surgery that cant be changed, so how did you do with the size that you have. I really appreciate your help.

Edited June 23, 201610 yr by ChrisInc2

I found this image from obesity help. My surgeon uses a 40. Bougie. It is much smaller than I thought.

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Studies have shown over time it doesn't matter what size they make it and making it smaller, has little benefit and increases complications.

They use the bougie as a guide, but they can only get so close to it when they are cutting.

I have no idea what size I have, when I did my pre-op research I learned it didn't matter so I didn't care. I wanted a doctor with a good surgery outcome and I found one.

I am doing great with my sleeve and the restriction it provides.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24577879

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23023201

Thank you for giving me that information now my mind is at ease, I was just thinking it would effect my weight loss goals. I am glad you understood my question, I read the articles you provided very informative. I didn't have a clue about any of that, that's why it's wonderful too have this site for someone who have been in my shoes. Thank you very much!

@@autymn ty so basically I should ask my Dr I just assumed that they would use the smallest since we're doing a surgery that cant be changed, so how did you do with the size that you have. I really appreciate your help.

H. You could ask the surgeon if you really want to know. I think mine uses a 40, also. He said that if it was smaller, it would be much harder to eat/keep food down. I like the idea of finding a surgeon who has good results.

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Mine was a 36. That's my surgeon's standard.

Thank you ladies for your help. Oh yes my Dr is terrific he's excellent in his field and has outstanding results plus reviews from prior clients. I met with him and the others in his office and I chose him after hearing what he had to say. He's top of his field.