Groundbreaking Success in Obesity Treatment: Faridabad Patient Loses 20 kg in a Week After Innovative ESG Procedure

Yogesh Kumar, a resident of Faridabad, has achieved a life-changing milestone in his battle against morbid obesity, thanks to an advanced Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) procedure performed by Dr. Kapil Sharma, Director - Gastroenterology & Head - Endoscopy. Weighing 186 kg with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 54, Yogesh was struggling with severe comorbidities, including obstructive sleep apnea, that made even basic daily activities challenging. Despite undergoing sleeve gastrectomy and mini gastric bypass surgeries in the past, he saw limited success, leaving him with few options and deteriorating quality of life.

Understanding Morbid Obesity

While obesity is a common health issue, morbid obesity—characterized by extreme weight gain and severe health complications—is relatively rare. Many individuals with this condition often overlook its seriousness, dismissing it as a mere lifestyle problem. However, untreated morbid obesity can severely impact overall health, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory issues.

A Minimally Invasive, Life-Changing Procedure

The situation called for urgent intervention. Given Yogesh’s complex post-operative anatomy, revision surgery wasn’t viable. Instead, Dr. Kapil Sharma and his team opted for ESG, a minimally invasive procedure performed endoscopically. In this groundbreaking surgery, the team reduced the outlet of the stomach by over half its circumference and reshaped the gastric pouch into a tube, effectively creating a new pathway for long-term weight loss.

The procedure, which lasted only 90 minutes, is noteworthy for its numerous advantages:

• Minimally invasive and reversible
• No scars and minimal anesthesia requirements
• Short recovery time—Yogesh was discharged the very next day
• Equally effective as sleeve gastrectomy, with patients achieving up to 20% total body weight loss

Overcoming Challenges

Performing ESG on a patient with a history of two bariatric surgeries posed significant challenges. Complex anatomy from previous procedures required meticulous planning and precision. Despite these hurdles, Dr. Kapil Sharma and his team successfully executed the procedure, delivering remarkable results.

A Transformative Outcome

The success of the surgery was evident almost immediately. Within just one week, Yogesh had already lost 20 kg—a promising start to his journey toward a healthier life. He has been advised to follow a strict dietary regimen to maintain and enhance these results.

Advancing Obesity Treatment

ESG represents a significant advancement in obesity treatment and has been approved by the FDA as a safe and effective option for patients. It is suitable for those undergoing weight loss treatment for the first time and as a revision option for individuals whose previous bariatric surgeries didn’t yield the desired outcomes. The procedure involves placing polypropylene sutures in the stomach’s body, reshaping it into a tube while sparing the lesser curvature. This innovative approach not only reduces the stomach's size but also stretches the fundus, enabling effective and sustained weight loss.

Conclusion

Yogesh Kumar’s case serves as a testament to the transformative potential of cutting-edge medical innovations like ESG. For individuals battling morbid obesity, this procedure offers a glimmer of hope, proving that even in the most challenging cases, a healthier, happier life is within reach.

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