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How does vertical sleeve gastrectomy compare to other surgeries? It's a simple operation with a low mortality risk. It's technically easy to perform with low peri-operative risks. It has minimal short-term and long-term complication rates. The short-term risk of staple line bleeding or leakage is very rare. The only long-term risk in some patients is GERD. Weight loss comparable to gastric bypass. The gastric sleeve is not reversible. Part of the stomach is permanently removed. It's important to understand that reversing any weight loss operation (such as a gastric band or gastric bypass) will result in weight regain. You should not undergo any weight loss operation if you ever intend to reverse it. Although the gastric sleeve is not reversible, it can be converted to gastric bypass if necessary. Most obesity-related diseases can be managed or even cured with weight loss surgery. These include: sleep apnea, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, stress incontinence, depression, acid reflux, joint pain, as well as osteoarthritis. For obese patients, losing weight means better pregnancy outcomes, increased fertility, and a lower risk of cancer. Surgery extends overall life.