ABSTRACT
Objective To explore the short-term result and safety of laparoscopie sleeve gastrectomy and partial enterectomy for the treatment of morbid obesity.Methods Ten patients underwent laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy,omentectomy,and partial enterectomy as a treatment option for weight reduction between December 2006 and September 2007.The procedure included 70%-75%vertical (sleeve)gastrectomy,omentectomy,and 1/3 to 2/5 enterectomy preserving proximal jejunum and most of the ileum. Results Laparoscopy was completed in all patients,no conversion to open surgery.The operation time averaged at 3.1 hours(range 2.5-3.5 hours),and there was no postoperative complications.The median postoperative hospital stay was 7 days(range 6-8 days).Mean preoperative BMI was 36.1(32.0-40.5)kg/m2.Mean decrease in BMI was 4.1(3.0-4.7)ks/m2,5.6(3.2-9.0)kg/m2,and 7.3(3.2-10.7)kg/m2 respectively,and mean weight loss at postoperative 1,3,and 6 months was 11.7(7-15)kg,17.5(8-25)kg,and 22.0(8-32)kg respectively.Conclusion Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with omentectomy and partial enterectomy is an effective and safe surgical option for the treatment of morbid obesity.