What is SADI-S for obesity, and what follow-up does it require?
SADI-S combines sleeve gastrectomy with a single connection between the duodenum and ileum that bypasses part of the small bowel. It may support weight loss and type 2 diabetes improvement in selected patients, but changes nutrient absorption and requires long-term supplementation and monitoring.
Details
Selection involves more than weight
The obesity team considers associated illness, reflux, previous operations, nutrition and ability to maintain follow-up. It may be offered after a previous sleeve in selected cases, but is not the best procedure for everyone or a guaranteed diabetes cure.
Why nutrition is essential
Protein, iron, calcium, fat-soluble vitamins and other nutrients may become deficient. The team individualises supplements and tests; a general multivitamin alone or waiting for fatigue before testing is insufficient.
Complications and monitoring
Discuss bleeding, leaks and clot risks, as well as loose or frequent stools, reflux and malnutrition. Severe pain, fever, repeated vomiting or inability to drink after surgery needs urgent assessment. Improved glucose may require supervised adjustment of diabetes medicines.
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