EVALUATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE UNDERGONE SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY

Background: Sleeve gastrectomy, is a prominent bariatric surgery known for its ease and low morbidity. The surgical process includes entering the abdomen, mobilizing the greater curvature, and creating a sleeve with a bougie for size guidance. Complications may involve hemorrhage, leaks, strictures, and nutritional deficiencies post-surgery. Monitoring for thiamine deficiency is crucial to prevent serious conditions. Patients and Methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study evaluates postoperative outcomes, knowledge, and quality of life among patients who underwent Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG) at Mihrabani Hospital from January to December 2024. Adults aged 18 and older, with a preoperative BMI of ≥40 kg/m² or ≥35 kg/m² with comorbidities, were included. Results: The study revealed that Illiteracy affected 24.3%. Urban residents made up 63.3%, with 79.4% married and 70.7% in medium financial status. Surgical outcomes showed 59.7% achieved a health score of 10, and 61.3% had no complications. However, medication adherence was low at 33.0%, with 43.7% taking no medication. Weight loss results indicated that 26.0% lost up to 20 kg, and 40.3% reached their targets. Post-surgery, 67.0% followed recommendations, 91.3% reported decreased appetite, and 57.0% experienced positive effects. Overall satisfaction was high at 85.6%, with 66.4% stating their expectations were exceeded, and support for the surgery was at 83.1%. The most common complication reported was internal bleeding at 2.0%. Conclusion: The study shows that surgical intervention resulted in positive outcomes that were very satisfied and exceeded expectations. The procedure's support was strong, with a low complication rate.