Gastric Sleeve

An American patient in her early 40’s lost 145 lb within 15 months after gastric sleeve surgery, gaining confidence, comfort, and mobility.

Paciente estadounidense en la etapa temprana de sus 40’s perdió 145 lb a los 15 meses de su cirugía de manga gástrica, ganando confianza, comodidad y movilidad.

Description

Female patient from the United States in her early 40’s who underwent gastric sleeve surgery with the goal of losing weight and improving her overall health. At the time of surgery, she weighed 332 lb. In the first few months after the procedure, she achieved an initial weight loss of approximately 60 lb, and by 15 months post-op she reached 145 lb down from her starting weight. This transformation not only reduced her body size significantly but also allowed her to experience greater mobility, improved daily comfort, and enhanced confidence. Her journey highlights the durability of her results and the long-term commitment she embraced to maintain her health and well-being.

Paciente de Estados Unidos, en la etapa temprana de sus 40’s, quien se sometió a cirugía de manga gástrica con el objetivo de perder peso y mejorar su salud general. Al momento de la cirugía pesaba 332 lb. En los primeros meses posteriores logró una pérdida inicial de aproximadamente 60 lb, y a los 15 meses postoperatorios alcanzó una reducción total de 145 lb respecto a su peso inicial. Esta transformación no solo disminuyó de manera significativa su volumen corporal, sino que también le permitió experimentar una mayor movilidad, comodidad en sus actividades diarias y una renovada confianza. Su proceso refleja la durabilidad de los resultados y el compromiso a largo plazo que adoptó para mantener su bienestar y calidad de vida.

This case is published with the patient’s express authorization for informational and educational purposes.
Este caso se publica con la autorización expresa del paciente para fines informativos y educativos.

Additional information

Body Type

Endomorph (Curvier, wider hips, more body fat)

Country

United States

Doctor

Alberto Carlos Rivas, MD

Ethnicity

Native American

Gender

Female

Procedure Category

Bariatric Surgery

Procedure Type

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

State

Ohio

Weight Stability

Recent significant weight loss

Age Group

36–45

BMI (Body Mass Index)

Obese III (40+)

Exercise Habits

Occasionally Active

Goals

"Weight loss, get rid of diabetes and lower heart disease risk."

Health Conditions

Diabetes

Height

5 ft 6 in

Previous Surgeries

Other medical surgeries

Smoking Status

Non-smoker

Weight

187 lbs