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It depends what kind of surgery is performed. If it's a gastric band being fitted - there will be two small incisions (about an inch long). If it's removal of all or part the stomach - it will involve a single scar slightly bigger.
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What is the accented syllable for gastrectomy?
gastRECtomy.
What does gastrectomy mean?
During the sleeve gastrectomy, 85% of the stomach is removed and it takes the shape of a sleeve. You can read more about the procedure at http://www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com/gastric-sleeve/
How do you get rid of a big scar on your eyebrow with surgery?
laser scar removal surgery
Can a scar be removed?
depends how big it is
Is gastrectomy a gastric resection?
Yes it means resection of the stomach. When part of the stomach is removed it is called partial gastrectomy and when the whole stomach is removed, it is called total gastrectomy
Will you get a big scar from a scoliosis surgery?
Yes but the scar will slowly go away a tiny bit, but you will still be able to see the scar.
What actors and actresses appeared in Big Black Scar - 2011?
The cast of Big Black Scar - 2011 includes: Burcham Erwin as Man and Convict
What is CPT Code 43775?
Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
After a patient undergoes a partial gastrectomy what procedure follows?
After a patient undergoes a partial gastrectomy, a nasogastric tube is attached to keep the stomach empty. Complete recovery from a partial gastrectomy can take several weeks.
Where did Abraham Lincoln get the scar over his right eye?
he got the scar by getting a beat down by big show.
Where can I find more information on gastric sleeve gastrectomy?
www.verticalsleevetalk.com is an excellent resource for people considering a gastric sleeve gastrectomy. There you can find a reliable forum populated with other people at all stages of a gastric sleeve gastrectomy.
What was Simba's brother's name?
Mufasa's brother is Scar. At the beginning of The lion king Scar is visited by Mufasa and Scar says to him "Why if it isn't my big brother".
