Gastric Sleeve: What are the staples made of? Do they dissolve? Are they ferrous? Will the staples set off metal detectors?

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Does the stomach heal into a smaller bag along the parallel cut lines next to the staples or are we forever hoping the staples will hold the incision closed because the two edges don't heal and seal?

H. Joseph Naim, MD, FACS · Answer

Staples are usually made of Titanium. Human body does not respond to this metal, that's why most of the prosthetic organs are also from this metal. 
They do not disolve, also they don't set off metal detectors and are ok to  go through MRI. Therefore very safe.
The body heals over them after 4-6 weeks...

Pablo Garcia, MD · Answer

Than you for the questions. The type of stapling used in laparoscopic procedures and bariatric surgery is made of medical grade titanium. These do not dissolve, and because of the characteristics of the metal, do not have the ability to set off metal detector alarms.

It should also be noted that a bearded suture line is used as a reinforcement to create extra protection and prevent leakage.

It should also be noted that a bearded suture line is used as a reinforcement to create extra protection and prevent leakage.

Gastric Sleeve: What are the staples made of? Do they dissolve? Are they ferrous? Will the staples set off metal detectors?

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