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If the previous intervention was done with a proper technique there is no reason why a sleeve would cause the tubal ligation to loosen. first of all the working area of both procedures is not the same since, for the tubal ligation you work in the pelvis, not in the abdominal region where your stomach is and where you intervene for the gastric sleeve. if you suspect that your tubal ligation was not performed properly and you suspect pregnancy, you should consult a gynecologist.
No, the sleeve will on have an effect on your tubal ligation. Sometimes, your GYN doctor may choose to clip your tubes. Clipped tubes can be reversed if you so desire in the future.
Your tubes aren't actually tied. That's just an expression. There are several ways to do this operation, including burning the tubes, clipping them, and cutting the tubes and putting sutures on the cut stumps. But there is nothing to loosen. And sleeve gastrectomy would have no effect on the tubal ligation.
Each patient is unique and has their own weight loss goals as well as starting weights so it really depends. On average, our sleeve patients are loosing about 15 pounds a month until they hit their goal weight. Men tend to loose more than women. And the more weight you have to loose, the more...
I think you are going to be fine. We like to see substantial weight loss in really large patients, your BMI is that critical. I personally do not look into how much you have lost before the procedure. I look to make sure your tummy is nice and soft (which happens after losing some...
Everything will depend on the positioning of the laparoscopic entry ports, if there is the possibility of finding granulation tissue adhesions or scar tissue that can be eliminated by laparoscopy. Once these adhesions are released (if present), the sleeve can be performed without any problem...